Sullivan County Borscht Belt

Autor*innen

• Irwin Richman

Parameter

• 130 Seiten
• 5 Lesestunden

• Geografie
• Historisches Thema
• Karten & Reisen
• Sozialwissenschaften
• Weltgeschichte

Mehr zum Buch

The book explores the vibrant history of Sullivan County, a key hub of the Borscht Belt, known for its Jewish resorts that attracted a million visitors annually from 1920 to 1970. It delves into the region's towns, such as Liberty and Monticello, and highlights the unique culture of kuchaleins, bungalow colonies, and hotels. Readers can relive the joys of summer activities like swimming in the Neversink River, enjoying entertainment, and savoring iconic Borscht Belt cuisine, encapsulating a nostalgic era of leisure and community.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2001
• Einband: Hardcover