The Rise of David Levinsky

Udgaver: 3
Længde: 17T 55M
Sprog: Engelsk
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Kategori: Klassikere

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 landmark novel explores the cost of assimilation, the loneliness hidden inside achievement, and the timeless question of whether gaining everything can still leave a person feeling incomplete. Abraham Cahan was a Lithuanian-born American writer, journalist, and social activist best known for capturing the immigrant experience in New York City. As the longtime editor of the Yiddish newspaper The Forward, Cahan became one of the most influential voices in Jewish American culture. His fiction, including The Rise of David Levinsky, is celebrated for its realism, emotional depth, and insight into the tensions between tradition and modern life.

Udgivelsesdato

Lydbog: 4. juni 2026
E-bog: 19. august 2026