TITLE:
Gittel's journey : an Ellis Island story.
Alternate Title:
Ellis Island story
By:
Publication Date:
2019
Additional Contributors:
Bibliography Note:
Includes bibliographical references.
Summary:
Brings to life a not too distant history of immigration to Ellis Island. When it's time for nine-year-old Gittel and her mother to leave their homeland behind and go to America for the promise of a new life, a health inspection stops any chance of Gittel's mother joining her daughter on the voyage. Knowing she may never see her mother again, Gittel must find the courage within herself to leave her family behind.
Language:
English
ISBN:
9781419727474
General Note:
“Corner Brook copy donated in memory of the Max A. Neiman family.”
Loosely based on true stories told to the author by her grandmother and aunt about their voyage to America.
