The Tourist's Guide to Lost Yiddish New York City
- 2025 INDIES Finalist
- Finalist, Regional (Adult Nonfiction)
"The Tourist's Guide to Lost Yiddish New York City" unveils over a century of Yiddish culture in NYC, from theater & music to journalism, architecture, & cuisine. Drawing on 5,000+ archival sources & new research, Henry H. Sapoznik illuminates the vibrant, enduring influence of Ashkenazic life on the city. Featuring fifty rare images & an interactive online map of historic sites, this engaging guide celebrates a rich cultural legacy that shaped—& continues to shape—New York’s identity.
