On the 19th of Kislev in 1798, Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, founder of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, was freed from his severe imprisonment in Petersburg, Russia.

This edition of Memoirs has been given a facelift allowing the reader to better appreciate the gems within. Spruced up with new typesetting and subheadings to divide up each chapter, Memoirs has also been cleared of errors and revised for greater clarity.

In addition to providing our generation with its preeminent, venerated leader, Rebbetzin Chana was in her own right a truly outstanding person, a "woman of valor" in the fullest sense. Righteous, humble, giving and wise, her life is a shining example for every Jewish woman and "mother in Israel."

Gain the strength you need to face the ups and downs of your life from this concise biography of Rebbetzin Chana Schneerson, mother of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson.

A concise and illuminating narrative provides glimpses of the true stature of this modest woman. Far more than a passive observer, the Rebbetzin was often an active participant in the events that shook the very foundations of Jewish life.

Rebbetzin Chana Schneerson, mother of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson, wife of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Rarely in our times do we see such a unique combination of strength, courage and majesty as exhibited by these extraordinary woman.

The Rebbe referred to him affectionately as mein partisan, and indeed, Reb Zushe tackled each task like a partisan. Although he had no tanks or air force at his disposal—i.e., funds or employees—he dove into each challenge with vigor and perseverance, never deterred by the physical limitations.