| Author |
Bok, Edward William, 1863-1930 |
| Title |
The Americanization of Edward Bok
The Autobiography of a Dutch Boy Fifty Years After
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer and Chuck Greif
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| Summary |
"The Americanization of Edward Bok" by Edward William Bok is an autobiography written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life of a young Dutch boy named Edward Bok, who navigates the challenges of adapting to life in America after emigrating from the Netherlands. It explores his journey from being an outsider with limited English to becoming a successful editor and publicist, showcasing the themes of determination, self-education, and personal growth. The opening of the autobiography introduces Bok’s early life, highlighting his family's immigration experience and the struggles they faced upon arriving in America. Edward recounts his traumatic first days in school, where he encountered the cruelty of his peers due to his inability to speak English. Despite feeling lost and alone, he quickly learns to assert himself to gain respect among classmates. The initial chapters set the stage for Bok’s resilience and resourcefulness, revealing his early work endeavors, such as cleaning windows for a baker and delivering newspapers, all while managing household responsibilities to support his mother and brother. Through these experiences, he develops a strong work ethic and a hunger for self-education, foreshadowing the promising future ahead for this determined boy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Bok, Edward William, 1863-1930
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| Subject |
Ladies' Home Journal
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| Subject |
Periodical editors -- United States -- Biography
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| Subject |
Dutch Americans -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3538 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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