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In the nineteenth century, Jews sought haven in North America reacting to economic and religious discrimination of Tsarist Russia, Romania and other central European countries. Most arrived as immigrants in America, most in the United States; some in South America and Canada. Explored is the Great Jewish Immigration (1881-1914) to America. Where did these immigrants go? How did they adapt to their new country where they did not know its language, values, rhythms, and customs?   Why did they mostly settle on the East Coast? Why did they enter the garment business?   What obstacles do they have to overcome?   Why did they become successful businessmen and professionals? Arthur L. Finkle, educator, writer, and historian, traces the Jewish Southern-European experience during this period of a growing, thriving America.

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