The towering modern classic of passion and ambition that forever changed the way we see the courageous immigrants who came to America's shores -- the story of Anna Friedman transfixes us with the turbulent emotions of a woman and her family touched by war, tragedy, and the devastating secrets of one forbidden love... bittersweet and evergreen.
"A magnificent story...this beautifully written book will be treasured and reread for many years to come." -- "Library Journal."
"A grand, sweeping panorama...richly written, finely detailed...vivid and memorable." -- "Daily News."