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100 1 _aKompert, Leopold,
_d1822-1886
245 1 2 _aA Ghetto Violet :
_bFrom "Christian and Leah"
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-09-18
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"A Ghetto Violet" by Leopold Kompert is a novel published in the late 19th century, specifically in 1869. Set within the context of a Jewish ghetto, the narrative revolves around themes of familial dynamics, the impact of societal expectations, and the struggles faced by individuals grappling with the consequences of their parents’ choices. The story highlights the emotional turmoil experienced by the characters while navigating the complexities of love, sacrifice, and redemption in their impoverished environment. The plot centers on siblings Ephraim and Viola, whose lives are overshadowed by their father's gambling addiction and subsequent imprisonment. As they grow up in the ghetto, they bear the weight of their father's shame while striving for a better future. Ephraim takes on the responsibility of providing for Viola after their mother’s death, showcasing his resilience and determination. Viola, on the other hand, grapples with feelings of disdain towards their father, culminating in a pivotal moment when he returns home after his release from prison. Their relationship with him becomes strained, revealing the deep scars left by his actions. The siblings show profound loyalty to each other, choosing to support one another through hardship, culminating in themes of familial love, the quest for forgiveness, and the hope of a brighter future despite their tumultuous past. Ultimately, the novel explores the cyclical nature of suffering and the possibility of redemption through love and compassion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aJews -- Fiction
700 1 _aArnold, Alfred S.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22663
999 _c63780
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