Alfred Kazin
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
The acclaimed story of a soul awakening to the ecstasy of the senses, the power of language, and the meaning of existence. Kazin's memorable description of his life as a young man as he makes the journey from Brooklyn to "Americanca"-the larger world that begins at the other end of the subway in Manhattan. A classic portrayal of the Jewish immigrant culture of the 1930s.
2) New York Jew
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
In this book, Alfred Kazin, who for more than thirty years has been one of the central figures of America's intellectual life, takes us into his own life and times. His autobiography encompasses a personal story openly told, an inside look at New York's innermost intellectual circles, strong and intimate revelations of many of the most important writers of the century, and brilliantly astute observations of the literary accomplishments, atmosphere,...
12) 1919
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1969.
Edition
Signet edition.
Language
English
Description
The stories of the novel's characters create a portrayal of a warcrazed America and a war-ravaged Europe.
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