"In #Children of the #American #Jewish #Ghetto: Stories of Struggle and Achievement from 1881 through World War I, #ChaimRosenberg has produced a fascinating social #history. It is also a #referencebook recounting the lives and careers of a complete generation of accomplished American #Jews, successful in a wide variety of careers and occupations.

The #historical narrative thread of the volume tells the story of the #Russian Jews who flooded into America at the end of the 19th century, beginning with impoverished #immigrant families living in overcrowded city neighborhoods.

It follows their children into schools, and from there into elite institutions and prominent careers, and, despite the ever-present #antisemitism, emphasizes the next generation’s notable achievements across the whole spectrum of American life.

As a #socialhistory, the #book is a celebration of upward mobility – an inspiring account..."

https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/article-896164

I'm so beyond over the moon!

I've been wanting this book *forever*!!! Both from an artistic standpoint but also for a deep fascination for animals, animal anatomy/the inner workings of animal anatomy, etc. I hope with a reference material like this I take some of my future work to an entirely new level but even if I don't, I'm just absolutely floored by this book. I'm just so beyond grateful that I was able to get this as a wonderfully thoughtful holiday gift!

Happy holidays to all ~ 🎄

For the curious the book is: [an atlas of animal anatomy for artists] by W. Ellenberger, H. Dittrich, & H. Baum
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