ACROSS THE OCEAN: How Slovaks Settled in America A sweeping epic of hope, heartbreak, and un yielding resilience In 1894, Juraj Sobota leaves his village and loved ones, chasing a dream of prosperity in America. Instead of streets paved with gold, he finds the brutal reality of industrial Pittsburgh. Will the bold gamble on the New World lead to triumph-or heartbreak? Brought to life with 16 vivid illustrations, this book unveils the story of a family at the turn of the 19th century, woven into the sweeping saga of Ameri ca's immigrant heritage. This is a tribute to the strength of the human spirit, impossible sacrifices made for personal freedom, and to the enduring ties that bind us to our roots.
