The arrival of Jewish refugees from Nazism before the outbreak of the 2nd World War brought an enormous wellspring of talent and ability to the shores of Great Britain. These people had a distinct culture and made a significant contribution in many fields of activity: the arts, commerce, academia, science, industry. Yet there were many difficulties they had to overcome in adapting to their haven of refuge – for example, acceptance by the host country, relations with Germany after the War, language difficulties etc.
Carl Flesch, who was one of the earlier arrivals writes about this intruiging social group with insight and wit. He is able to bring a lightness of touch to his observations and analyses even when dealing with weightier subjects. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in immigration to the UK and also something to help the Anglicised offspring of these survivors to gain an insight into what made their parents tick.
Published by Pen Press, London
ISBN: 1 900796 79 1
Price: £9.99
Topics covered in this book
Early days / Some of my best friends / Language, humour names and all that / Customs, morals and similar matters / War / Relations with Germany and Germans after the war / Refugees and the monarchy / Racism / Once more- language! / Children of refugees / Attitude to work / Refugee organisations / Nationality / Thank you Britain fund / So, what next?
