One American Dream: A Family History

By Bernard Beck

A Jewish immigrant's quest for the American Dream clashes with tradition in early 20th-century New York.

Jack Rubin arrives from Poland determined to become a 'real American.' He sheds his Yiddish past, embraces modern ways, and claws his way up the social ladder. But his ambition clashes with his Orthodox Jewish faith and creates conflict with his family, especially his strong-willed daughter, Ruthie.

As Ruthie comes of age in the Roaring Twenties, she yearns for independence and artistic expression, challenging her father's rigid beliefs. When the Great Depression hits, Jack's carefully constructed world crumbles, forcing him to confront his values. Can he reconcile his dreams with his heritage, or will the pursuit of success cost him everything? A poignant saga of identity, family, and the ever-elusive American Dream for readers of historical fiction and Jewish culture.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1944995099
• ISBN13: 9781944995096
• Release Date: March 2017
• Publisher: Amberjack Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.3" x 7.8"