Abraham Cahan fut un influent journaliste et écrivain judéo-américain dont l'œuvre s'est penchée sur la vie et les luttes des immigrants. Par son écriture, il a capturé les réalités sociales et les transitions culturelles de son époque. Le style littéraire de Cahan se caractérisait par une observation et une empathie aiguës, offrant aux lecteurs un aperçu profond des expériences de ceux qui forgeaient de nouvelles vies. Ses efforts journalistiques ont également façonné le discours public et défendu des idéaux socialistes.
The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and notations. This edition aims to protect and promote valuable literature, ensuring accessibility through high-quality reproductions that remain faithful to the original text.
Focusing on the experiences of a Russo-Jewish immigrant, the narrative explores the challenges of Americanization within the New York Ghetto. Published in 1896, it garnered significant attention and praise from critics in both America and England, with W. D. Howells likening the author's style to that of Stephen Crane and predicting a promising literary career ahead. The novel delves into themes of identity, cultural conflict, and the immigrant experience in a rapidly changing society.
As a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, this book may exhibit imperfections typical of its age, including marks and notations. Its cultural significance is emphasized, reflecting a commitment to preserving and promoting literature. This edition aims to provide an affordable, high-quality reproduction that remains true to the original text, ensuring access to valuable historical works.
A young Hasidic Jew seeks his fortune in New York's Lower East Side. He turns from his religious studies to focus on the business world, where he discovers the high price of assimilation.
"No American fiction of the year merits recognition more than this Russian's stories of Yiddish life. … [Mr. Cahan] is a humorist, and his humor does not spare the sordid and uncouth aspects of the character whose pathos he so tenderly reveals." — William Dean HowellsIn Yekl, the central problem derives from a social condition: the urgent desire of the hero to become a real American, to be less a "greenhorn"; but the play of events is around an emotional crisis; Yekl no longer loves the wife he left behind, who has now rejoined him in the new land, and who seems to him shockingly European.In The Imported Bridegroom, the issue is apparently religious, a clash between traditional faith and secularism; but we are left wondering whether philosophy has not become commingled with sociology. Other stories deal with sweatshop life, romance in the slums, a wedding in the ghetto.
Set in the New York Ghetto of the late 19th century, this collection features a series of poignant stories that explore the lives and struggles of immigrant communities. Through rich narratives, the book delves into themes of love, identity, and cultural conflict, capturing the essence of a vibrant yet challenging urban life. The 1898 edition has been meticulously reprinted to preserve the authenticity and voice of the original work, offering readers a glimpse into the historical context and experiences of its time.
The narrative follows David Levinsky, a Russian immigrant navigating the challenges of life in America. His strong religious beliefs, rooted in Talmudic education, conflict with the secular nature of his new environment. As he strives to build a successful business, his professional achievements come at the expense of his personal life. This story captures the immigrant experience, highlighting the sacrifices and moral dilemmas faced in pursuit of the American dream, while providing a cautionary perspective on wealth and prestige.
As a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, this book retains the original's imperfections, including marks and notations. Its publication reflects a commitment to preserving culturally significant literature, ensuring that readers have access to high-quality, modern editions that honor the integrity of the original text.
This book is a reproduction of a historical work, produced by the publishing house Megali, which focuses on making literature accessible through large print editions. This initiative aims to assist readers with impaired vision, ensuring that classic texts can be enjoyed by a wider audience.
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