15 letters by Avihud Zifroni, emissary of "Hever HaKevutzot VeHaKibbutzim" movement to North Africa, sent to his friend in Kibbutz Giv'ot Zaid, Menachem [Kaufmann]. France and North Africa, 1948-1950.
15 handwritten letters, describing in colorful detail Zifroni's work as emissary of "Hever HaKevutzot VeHaKibbutzim" movement, responsible for organizing immigration to Israel, recruiting new Kibbutz members, and establishing a pioneering youth movement in North Africa.
Zifroni writes in a clear, humorous, tone, describing various difficulties he experienced in his work – difficulties which only increased over time, as his work progressed, despite of several small achievements, that were met with little recognition on the part of the movement.
The letters express ambivalent opinions with regards to the Jews of North Africa, their harsh living conditions in the Jewish quarters, their mentality, their religious devoutness, and what he calls "the North African problem."
In addition to detailed accounts of his work, Zifroni writes in a vivid style about his personal life, and about dilemmas related to the movement, and to life in Giv'ot Zaid, and more.

15 letters (50 written pages). One letter incomplete. Size varies. Overall good condition. Minor stains and creases. Fold lines. Minor marginal tears to some leaves.

Enclosed: a telegram sent by Zifroni from Marseilles, informing of his expected return to Tel Aviv (June 20, 1950).