Yekl: A Tale Of The New York

By Abraham Cahan

Book Overview

Yekl: A Tale of the New York is a novel written by Abraham Cahan. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a Jewish immigrant named Yekl. Yekl arrives in New York City from Eastern Europe with dreams of a better life. He struggles to adapt to the new culture and language, and finds himself torn between his old traditions and the new opportunities that America offers.The novel explores themes of identity, assimilation, and the clash of cultures. Yekl's journey is a reflection of the experiences of many immigrants who came to America during this time period. The story also touches on issues such as gender roles, social class, and the challenges faced by minority groups in a new country.Through Yekl's experiences, the author portrays the struggles and triumphs of the immigrant experience. The book is a powerful portrayal of the American dream and the challenges faced by those who pursue it. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.A few weeks later, on a Saturday morning, Jake, with an unfolded telegram in his hand, stood in front of one of the desks at the Immigration Bureau of Ellis Island. He was freshly shaven and clipped, smartly dressed in his best clothes and ball shoes, and, in spite of the sickly expression of shamefacedness and anxiety which distorted his features, he looked younger than usual.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419195190
• ISBN13: 9781419195198
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.6" x 9.1"