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Rise of David Levinsky

Rise of David Levinsky

By: Abraham Cahan
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 Step into the world of early 20th-century New York through the eyes of Abraham Cahan, the visionary behind the Jewish Daily Forward. As a Yiddish-speaking immigrant himself, Cahan sought to empower fellow newcomers to navigate their new lives. His most celebrated work, The Rise of David Levinsky, is a poignant semi-autobiographical tale of a Russian Jews journey from poverty to prosperity in America. Join us as we explore themes of identity, ambition, and the immigrant experience in this captivating narrative. - Summary modified from Wikipedia. Proof-listened by marinal88 and Mark ChulskyCopyright Biographies 2.0 Art Literary History & Criticism World
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  • 59 - Rise of David Levinsky by Abraham Cahan

    59 - Rise of David Levinsky by Abraham Cahan
    Aug 19 2025
    Step into the world of early 20th-century New York through the eyes of Abraham Cahan, the visionary behind the Jewish Daily Forward. As a Yiddish-speaking immigrant himself, Cahan sought to empower fellow newcomers to navigate their new lives. His most celebrated work, The Rise of David Levinsky, is a poignant semi-autobiographical tale of a Russian Jews journey from poverty to prosperity in America. Join us as we explore themes of identity, ambition, and the immigrant experience in this captivating narrative. - Summary modified from Wikipedia. Proof-listened by marinal88 and Mark Chulsky
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    25 mins
  • 58 - Rise of David Levinsky by Abraham Cahan

    58 - Rise of David Levinsky by Abraham Cahan
    Aug 19 2025
    Step into the world of early 20th-century New York through the eyes of Abraham Cahan, the visionary behind the Jewish Daily Forward. As a Yiddish-speaking immigrant himself, Cahan sought to empower fellow newcomers to navigate their new lives. His most celebrated work, The Rise of David Levinsky, is a poignant semi-autobiographical tale of a Russian Jews journey from poverty to prosperity in America. Join us as we explore themes of identity, ambition, and the immigrant experience in this captivating narrative. - Summary modified from Wikipedia. Proof-listened by marinal88 and Mark Chulsky
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    30 mins
  • 57 - Rise of David Levinsky by Abraham Cahan

    57 - Rise of David Levinsky by Abraham Cahan
    Aug 19 2025
    Step into the world of early 20th-century New York through the eyes of Abraham Cahan, the visionary behind the Jewish Daily Forward. As a Yiddish-speaking immigrant himself, Cahan sought to empower fellow newcomers to navigate their new lives. His most celebrated work, The Rise of David Levinsky, is a poignant semi-autobiographical tale of a Russian Jews journey from poverty to prosperity in America. Join us as we explore themes of identity, ambition, and the immigrant experience in this captivating narrative. - Summary modified from Wikipedia. Proof-listened by marinal88 and Mark Chulsky
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    26 mins
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