#referencebook — Public Fediverse posts
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"In #Children of the #American #Jewish #Ghetto: Stories of Struggle and Achievement from 1881 through World War I, #ChaimRosenberg has produced a fascinating social #history. It is also a #referencebook recounting the lives and careers of a complete generation of accomplished American #Jews, successful in a wide variety of careers and occupations.
The #historical narrative thread of the volume tells the story of the #Russian Jews who flooded into America at the end of the 19th century, beginning with impoverished #immigrant families living in overcrowded city neighborhoods.
It follows their children into schools, and from there into elite institutions and prominent careers, and, despite the ever-present #antisemitism, emphasizes the next generation’s notable achievements across the whole spectrum of American life.
As a #socialhistory, the #book is a celebration of upward mobility – an inspiring account..."