Dust of New York

"Dust of New York" by Konrad Bercovici is a collection of stories that paints a portrait of immigrant life in New York City, zeroing in on their hopes, struggles, and quest to make a home in a new world. At the center of the collection is the cafe Imperial, where we are introduced to Theresa, known to many as the "Vamp", whose beauty and charisma stirs those around her, including a painter named Ferenczy, setting off a chain of shifting relationships and desires. Through these interconnected narratives, the collection will explore themes of love, ambition, and the realities of pursuing dreams in a bustling, diverse society. Overall, these starting events begin to highlight the emotional complexities of human interactions within the vibrant tapestry of early 20th-century immigrant communities.