Kazin, Alfred

A Walker in the City

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ISBN 13:: 9780156941761
author:: Kazin, Alfred
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Harcourt Publishers Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1951
Pages:: 192
Dimensions:: 135mm X 13mm
Genre:: Other prose: from c 1900 -
Condition:: New
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A Walker in the City is a deeply personal and poetic exploration of identity, culture, and belonging. Written by Alfred Kazin, this memoir recounts his journey from Brooklyn to Manhattan, as he navigates the complexities of Jewish immigrant life in 1930s America.

Through vivid prose and introspection, Kazin shares his experiences as a young man grappling with the tensions between tradition and modernity, community and individuality. This is a powerful portrayal of the Jewish American experience during a pivotal moment in history.

This book offers a unique glimpse into the inner life of a young man struggling to find his place in the world. With lyrical prose and unflinching honesty, Kazin invites readers on a journey of self-discovery that is both deeply personal and universally relatable.

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