Rifke: An Improbable Life

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The memoir offers a humorous and poignant reflection on the author's childhood in late 1930s North Toronto, where she felt isolated as one of the few Jewish families. Maintaining her Polish roots, she navigated cultural conflicts, secretly joining gentile activities while grappling with her family's fears during the war. A turning point came in high school when she met Isadore, her soulmate, whose ambitious dream of establishing The Four Seasons hotel chain ultimately transformed their lives, despite initial familial disapproval.