East River: A Novel of New York.

ASCH, Sholem.

$500.00

Item Number: 143629

New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1946.

First edition of this classic novel. Octavo, original cloth. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author with a loose translation, “For my good friend Dr. Tunik with [illegible] and good wishes Sh. Asch Oct. 1946.” Near fine in a very good dust jacket. Jacket design by Haberstock. Translated by A.H. Gross.

East River: A Novel of New York tells the story of a Jewish immigrant family living in New York City in the early 20th century. The novel follows the life of the patriarch of the family, Morris Melnik, as he struggles to make a living and provide for his family in a new and unfamiliar country. As Morris navigates the challenges of working in a sweatshop, dealing with corrupt landlords, and facing discrimination, he must also contend with the tensions and conflicts within his own family. Along the way, the novel explores themes of identity, community, and the American Dream, painting a vivid portrait of the immigrant experience in America. Through its richly drawn characters and evocative descriptions of New York City, East River offers a powerful and insightful look at the complexities of the immigrant experience and the challenges of building a new life in a foreign land.