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Set against the backdrop of 1940s Bronx during World War II, this memoir explores the life of Faigele, a captivating poker dealer, and her son, Jerome, known as Baby. As they navigate a world filled with political corruption and immigrant struggles, Jerome's childhood is intricately woven into the vibrant yet harsh environment of the poker hall, which serves as both his playground and school. The narrative delves into themes of beauty, innocence, and the complexities of growing up amid societal challenges, capturing the essence of a child's perspective in a tumultuous time.
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A Singular Beauty, Jerome Charyn
- Jazyk
- Rok vydání
- 2020
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- Titul
- A Singular Beauty
- Jazyk
- anglicky
- Autoři
- Jerome Charyn
- Vydavatel
- Suzi K Edwards
- Rok vydání
- 2020
- Vazba
- měkká
- Počet stran
- 130
- ISBN13
- 9780578825311
- Kategorie
- Životopisy a myšlenky
- Anotace
- Set against the backdrop of 1940s Bronx during World War II, this memoir explores the life of Faigele, a captivating poker dealer, and her son, Jerome, known as Baby. As they navigate a world filled with political corruption and immigrant struggles, Jerome's childhood is intricately woven into the vibrant yet harsh environment of the poker hall, which serves as both his playground and school. The narrative delves into themes of beauty, innocence, and the complexities of growing up amid societal challenges, capturing the essence of a child's perspective in a tumultuous time.