Rockaway Children: Stories

Rockaway Children: Stories is a book for our time, and an author whose voice speaks eloquently for the people of Rockaway, Queens. These stories shine a clear light on the pathos, the pleasures and the everyday journeys of the folks who live (and die) in their neighborhoods, clustered around The Rockaways. There is wry humor and stark pain in these lives, and there is a certain gallantry, too. Amid the typical cacophony of families in conflict, there are moments of such tenderness that the heart skips a beat, and suddenly smiles. When you have finished these tales you would have come to know the people, the places and the heart of this venerable area. The streets, the shops, the family names, and the individuals will be part of your life, and very hard to leave behind. You may want to visit The Rockaways–you will definitely want to read this book again!