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Anna & Solomon

by Elaine SNYDER
1 CD. 13 min. Dreamscape Media. 2014. $14.99. ISBN 9781633795396.
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PreS-Gr 3—This true story of debut author Snyder's grandparents is artfully read by voice actor Qarie Marshall. Hard-working painter Solomon marries beautiful Anna, and the couple begin their married life in 1897 Russia. The czar's soldiers are attacking Russian Jews, and Solomon and Anna decide to immigrate to America. With only enough money for one ticket, Solomon travels alone to New York City and begins a painting and plastering business, saving money for Anna's passage. Near her Russian home, Anna is working too, weighing fruits and vegetables at outdoor markets. Solomon sends money for a boat ticket, but Anna's younger brother comes in her place. Money is sent home again, but Anna's older brother comes. Is three the charm? No, Anna's mother comes to America on the third ticket. Finally, Anna books passage for herself and joins her family in New York. Anna and Solomon enjoy a happy marriage, and are blessed with four children and business success.
VERDICT This celebration of love, family, and hard work will resonate with recent immigrants and those interested in the immigrant experience.
Reviewed by Mary Lee Bulat, Harwinton Public Library, CT , Feb 01, 2015

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