The Ascent, Paperback/Carmela Cattuti

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Description The sequel to Carmela Cattuti's first novel, Between the Cracks , this story invites the reader to accompany Angela Lanza as she builds her life in America during the first half of the 20 th century. A Sicilian immigrant, she manages to assimilate into the social life of a small town outside of New York City. Through the horrors of war, domestic tragedy, and raising her sister-in-law's children, hers is a successful immigrant experience. Angela seeks to transcend organized religion and develop her spirituality. She is able to influence three generations of Americans through her artistic sensibility and a sharpened intuition. The book parallels America's growth with Angela's growing sense of who she is in the world.