Hi Dorothy, The person who referred you to the shop at the Lower East Side Tenement Musem is right on. Check out what they have to sell. There are fabulous choices here>>> James and Michelle Nevius' book focuses on how old NYC history is reflected in present places. Love it! Other great selections to learn about how immigrants lived are Luc Sante's "Low Life" and "How the Other Half Lives" by acob Riis [with photographs]. Barb NYC Researcher ================ http://shop.tenement.org/store/search.asp?keyword=NYBooks mpaws6430@cox.net writes: > > Thanks, Barb, for your prompt response. I found this book at the library > this morning and am anxious to start it. I've read several other books > you've recommended to the list in the past and have never been > disappointed -- I'm certain I won't be disappointed this time either! > > Thanks again. > > Dorothy