Robert ZweigRobert Zweig is a professor of English at Manhattan Community College of the City University of New York. He teaches courses in Literature, Writing, Modern Poetry, and for many years was the Intensive Writing Coordinator for the college. He ha a doctorate in English Literature from the City University of New York. Zweig has numerous peer-reviewed publications in journals, encyclopedias, and books. He is also coauthor of Literature: An Introduction to Reading and Writing, a best-selling work. His memoir, Return to Naples: My Italian Bar Mitzvah and other Discoveries was translated and published in Italy under the title Ritorno a Napoli in 2008, when he was invited by the mayor of Naples to a reception for his book in the City Hall of Naples. He has received several scholarships and awards, including a Mellon Fellowship and the Phi Beta Kappa award for “Outstanding Teaching Skills” as one of the Top Ten Professors at Manhattan Community College. Read More Read Less