Yekl and the Imported Bridegroom and Other Stories of the New York Ghetto - by Abraham Cahan (Paperback)

Yekl (1896) is a groundbreaking novel that tells the story of an immigrant's struggle to find his place in a new land.

Written by Abraham Cahan, editor of the prestigious Jewish Daily Forward for half a century, this book provides a vivid and poignant portrayal of the clash of cultures and the numerous problems faced by immigrants at the turn of the century.

The central character, Yekl, longs to become a real American but finds himself torn between his desire for a new life and his love for his wife who has rejoined him from Europe.

This powerful and moving novel is a must-read for anyone interested in the immigrant experience and the struggles of acculturation.