Mary Antin: From Plotzk to Boston

Cover: 9791041983629 | From Plotzk to Boston | Mary Antin | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2024

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"From Plotzk to Boston" by Mary Antin is a vivid autobiographical account of her family's emigration from Russia to the United States in the late 19th century. The narrative begins in Plotzk, where the emigration fever has gripped the Jewish community, driven by the hope of escaping persecution and finding better opportunities in America. Antin describes the emotional farewell from her hometown and the initial leg of their journey to Vilna, where they encounter the bustling activity of a larger city. The family's journey is fraught with challenges, particularly at the Russian-German border, where they face bureaucratic obstacles and the threat of being sent back due to insufficient travel documents and funds. Despite these hurdles, the kindness of strangers, such as Herr Schidorsky, provides help with logistical support, allowing them to continue their journey. Antin's narrative captures the physical and emotional toll of the journey, including the crowded and uncomfortable train rides, the bewildering experience of passing through Berlin, and the indignities faced at various checkpoints. Throughout the account, Antin reflects on the resilience and determination required to pursue a new life in America, highlighting the broader themes of hope, perseverance, and the quest for freedom. Her story is not only a personal memoir but also a valuable historical document that sheds light on the immigrant experience during a period of significant migration.

Über den Autor

Mary Antin, née le 13 juin 1881 à Polotsk et morte le 15 mai 1949 à Suffern est une femme de lettres américaine, militant pour les droits des immigrés.

Details

Erscheinungsjahr:	2024
Genre:	Importe
Produktart:	Bildbände
Region:	Bildbände
Rubrik:	Sachliteratur
Medium:	Taschenbuch
ISBN-13:	9791041983629
Sprache:	Englisch
Einband:	Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor:	Antin, Mary
Auflage:	1. Tirage
Hersteller:	Culturea
Verantwortliche Person für die EU:	preigu GmbH & Co. KG, Lengericher Landstr. 19, D-49078 Osnabrück, mail@preigu.de
Maße:	220 x 170 x 4 mm
Von/Mit:	Mary Antin
Erscheinungsdatum:	28.01.2024
Gewicht:	0,102 kg