Fritz, The Emigrant: A Story Of New York Life (1876)

By Charles Gayler

Book Overview

Fritz, The Emigrant: A Story Of New York Life is a novel written by Charles Gayler and originally published in 1876. The book tells the story of Fritz, a German immigrant who arrives in New York City in search of a better life. As Fritz navigates the challenges of life in a new country, he encounters a variety of characters, including other immigrants, wealthy business owners, and corrupt politicians. Along the way, he falls in love with a young woman named Lena, but their relationship is threatened by the social and economic pressures of the time. Through Fritz's experiences, Gayler explores themes of immigration, class struggle, and the American Dream. The novel also offers a window into life in New York City during the late 19th century, with vivid descriptions of the city's neighborhoods, institutions, and cultural traditions. Overall, Fritz, The Emigrant: A Story Of New York Life is a compelling work of historical fiction that offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of immigrants in America's past.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436853982
• ISBN13: 9781436853989
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"