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  • The Rise of David Levinsky

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    Series series Modern Library Classics
    The Rise of David Levinsky, written by the legendary founder and editor of the Jewish Daily Forward, is an early Jewish-American classic. According to the scholar Sam B. Girgus, "The novel is more than an important literary work and cultural document. It forms part of the traditional ritual of renewal of the American Way."First published in 1917, Abraham Cahan's realistic novel tells the story of ... Read more

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  • Yekl

    A Tale of the New York Ghetto

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    This classic account of the dark side of the immigration experience was the first book published by Abraham Cahan, who himself immigrated to the United States from Lithuania in early adulthood. Protagonist Jake Podkovnik is eager to shed all traces of his upbringing and ethnicity and embrace the American dream -- but his transformation has negative consequences that ripple further than anyone ... Read more

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  • The Imported Bridegroom

    And Other Stories of the New York Ghetto

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    Abraham Cahan immigrated to the United States from Lithuania at the age of 21, and he enthusiastically adopted New York City as his hometown. In this charming collection of short stories, alternately humorous and gritty, the kaleidoscope of experiences of recent immigrants to the big city are chronicled in engrossing detail. ... Read more

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  • The Rise of David Levinsky

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    The novel tells the story of its protagonist, David Levinsky, a Jewish immigrant from Russia, as he journeys from poverty to success in the bustling urban environment of New York City. Key themes and elements of the novel include:Immigration and Assimilation: "The Rise of David Levinsky" explores the challenges faced by Jewish immigrants as they arrive in America seeking better opportunities. It ... Read more

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  • The White Terror and The Red: A Novel of Revolutionary Russia

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic, ... Read more

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  • The Imported Bridegroom, and Other Stories of the New York Ghetto

    Tales of Jewish immigrant life in early 20th century New York

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    In "The Imported Bridegroom, and Other Stories of the New York Ghetto," Abraham Cahan intricately weaves together a series of poignant narratives that illuminate the immigrant experience in early 20th-century New York. With a keen understanding of Yiddish culture and a vivid literary style that draws upon naturalism and realism, Cahan paints a richly textured portrait of Jewish life in the ... Read more

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  • Abraham Cahan: The Best Works

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    The Best Works of Abraham CahanThe Imported Bridegroom and Other StoriesThe Rise of David LevinskyThe White Terror and The RedYekl ... Read more

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  • Abraham Cahan – The Major Collection

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    Abraham "Abe" Cahan was a Belarusian-born Jewish-American socialist newspaper editor, novelist, and politician.The Works of Abraham CahanThe Imported Bridegroom and Other StoriesThe Rise of David LevinskyThe White Terror and The RedYekl ... Read more

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  • The Imported Bridegroom, and Other Stories of the New York Ghetto

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    The stories in this collection focus on the struggles, aspirations, and cultural adjustments of Jewish immigrants as they navigate life in the bustling environment of New York’s Lower East Side. Cahan's writing captures the challenges of assimilation, the conflicts between traditional values and modern influences, and the rich cultural tapestry of the Jewish community.Each story explores different ... Read more

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  • Audiobook

    The Rise of David Levinsky

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    Narrated by Nathan Osgood ...

    Unabridged

    17 hours 55 min

    Arriving in America with nothing but hunger and determination, The Rise of David Levinsky follows David Levinsky's relentless climb from impoverished immigrant to wealthy New York businessman. But as success transforms his life, it also distances him from the traditions, faith, and sense of belonging that once defined him. Set against the restless energy of turn-of-the-century America, this ... Read more

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  • Yekl: A Tale of the New York Ghetto

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    Jake (Yekl): The protagonist of the novella, Jake is a Jewish immigrant who undergoes a transformation as he navigates the complexities of life in the New York ghetto.Gitl: Jake's wife, who represents the traditional values and customs of the Old World and becomes a source of conflict as Jake seeks to embrace his new American identity.Mamie: A young American woman with whom Jake becomes infatuated ... Read more

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  • The White Terror and The Red

    A Novel of Revolutionary Russia

    by Abraham Cahan ...
    In "The White Terror and The Red," Abraham Cahan deftly navigates the turbulent waters of revolutionary Russia during the early 20th century, presenting a gripping narrative woven with themes of political ideology, identity, and morality. Cahan employs a realistic literary style, rich in descriptive detail, which captures the stark contrasts between the oppressive Tsarist regime and the burgeoning ... Read more

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