BOOK BRIEF

A Bintel Brief: Love and Longing in Old New York

Liana Finck
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A Bintel Brief: Love and Longing in Old New York

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014

Book Brief

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Liana Finck

A Bintel Brief: Love and Longing in Old New York

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

128

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Jewish Literature
Setting

New York City • 1900s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality

World History
Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

A Bintel Brief: Love and Longing in Old New York by Liana Finck is a graphic novel adaptation of letters from the early 20th century advice column in the Jewish newspaper The Forward. Through illustrated stories, the book captures the dreams, struggles, and emotions of Jewish immigrants navigating life in New York City.

Nostalgic

Emotional

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.0

919 ratings

68%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Liana Finck's A Bintel Brief: Love and Longing in Old New York draws praise for its evocative blend of graphic art and storytelling, effectively reviving historical advice columns and immigrant experiences. Critics commend its artistic style and emotional depth, though some find the narrative pacing uneven. Overall, the book offers a poignant glimpse into New York's past.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Bintel Brief: Love and Longing in Old New York?

A reader who enjoys A Bintel Brief: Love and Longing in Old New York by Liana Finck likely cherishes graphic novels featuring historical and cultural narratives, similar to Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi. They appreciate stories of immigrant experiences, personal letters, and the fusion of words and visuals to evoke emotion.

4.0

919 ratings

68%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

128

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Jewish Literature
Setting

New York City • 1900s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality

World History
Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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