{"product_id":"across-7th-street-9780983693116","title":"Across 7th Street","description":"Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn, NY, with it's busy stores, esplanades and bus stops is the hub of this Brooklyn neighborhood. At the intersection of 7th Street, there is an invisible line, the cultural divide that separates the Orthodox Jews and the Italian-Americans who live there. ACROSS 7th STREET is a story of romance and coming of age, during 'the last era of innocence' in the early 1960's, just before world events erupted into turbulent times. The story is told by Vincent; a 20-year-old streetwise kid who grows into a man before our very eyes.Vincent's father is an Italian stonemason and they work together for many of the Jewish families in the neighborhood. While on a job for Mr. Levy, an Orthodox Jewish businessman - Vincent meets his daughter Rachel. Their attraction to each other is undeniable but very complicated. Although they live blocks away from each other - they are divided by 7th Street.Rachel, 20 years old, is a smart and beautiful young woman who is still controlled by her stern father. Vincent begins to show her a world that is much bigger and more exciting than the rigid and smothering adult life that has already been planned by her Orthodox Jewish parents.ACROSS 7th STREET connects us to both the joy of new love and the pain of loss. Vincent's friends and family add humor, loyalty and compassion as they watch Vincent fall in love with a young woman whose life couldn't be any more different than his. Truly, an unforgettable story about the power of destiny and the surprising paths our lives often take. Vincent and Rachel's plans and unforeseen circumstances take readers on a ride that seems familiar but changes course at the worst possible time. It is a heart-warming view of the NY Jewish and Italian-American cultures in the early 60's and will spark nostalgic memories of those years. For young adult readers, ACROSS 7th STREET takes them into the world of their parents or grandparents with a love story that evolved during simpler times. As Rachel and Vincent come of age, their human emotions are the same as every generation before and after.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Marino Amoruso\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Mymar Entertainment Incorporated\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/20\/2011\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 238\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.71lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.50d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780983693116\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarino Amoruso, an award-winning filmmaker and author has written, directed and edited over 50 films for broadcast and cable networks. He's been nominated for 4 Emmy Awards, won the Western Heritage Award and awards at the New York Film Festival. He has also written nine books. FICTION ACROSS 7TH STREET - a love story between an Italian boy and an Orthodox Jewish girl in 1960's Brooklyn, NY. THE SIXTH FAMILY - A gritty, comedic story about the crews of young men that do the dirty work for the Mafia bosses. Filled with great dialogue and riveting characters. MONROE CITY BLUES- In the 1960's, Johnny, a young baseball player from Brooklyn, NY is drafted to a minor league team down South. Amidst the racism, he learns much about friendship \u0026amp; values. THE LAST OUTLAW - a modern day NY reporter goes to New Mexico to uncover the truth about a legend. NON-FICTION GIL HODGES: THE QUIET MAN - a revealing view of Gil's life and career and the controversial truth that has kept Gil from his deserved place in the Baseball Hall of Fame. BACK IN THE DAY: REFLECTIONS OF A BABY BOOMER - a collection of short stories; humorous and poignant views from a Baby Boomer. BEING ITALIAN: A MEMOIR - Amoruso's award-winning reflection of his life as an American-Italian Brooklyn boy, living with his immigrant family. AUNT PHIL GALLO'S COOKBOOK - a wonderful collection of Italian family recipes. Amoruso proudly received the Distinguished Achievement Award from the Sons of Italy in America for his contributions in preserving Italian-American culture, history and heritage in his books and films, which can all be seen on our website. www.mymarfilms.com or search Marino Amoruso on Amazon.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis title is not returnable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mymar Entertainment Incorporated","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":40512802324595,"sku":"9.78E+12","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/products\/img_12c4c8cb-6d66-4877-8887-dc1e28ab3536.jpg?v=1665667829","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/en-de\/products\/across-7th-street-9780983693116","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}