The Last Lady Of Mulberry - Henry Wilton Thomas - Bog

The Last Lady of Mulberry is a historical novel set in the Italian-American community of New York City at the turn of the 20th century. Written by Henry Wilton Thomas and originally published in 1900, the book tells the story of a young Italian woman named Maria who emigrates to the United States in search of a better life. Maria settles in the Mulberry Street neighborhood of Little Italy, where she becomes involved in the local community and falls in love with a young man named Antonio.As Maria navigates the challenges of life in a new country, she learns about the struggles and triumphs of the Italian-American community, including the fight for workers' rights and the tensions between different immigrant groups. Along the way, she becomes a beloved figure in the neighborhood, known for her kindness, generosity, and strength.The Last Lady of Mulberry offers a vivid portrait of turn-of-the-century New York, with its bustling streets, crowded tenements, and diverse immigrant communities. It also explores themes of family, love, and identity, as Maria grapples with her own sense of belonging in a new and unfamiliar place.Overall, The Last Lady of Mulberry is a compelling and insightful historical novel that offers a window into a fascinating period of American history and the experiences of one remarkable woman.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.