The Yellow Ticket

More about the book

In turn-of-the-century Russia, a young Jewish woman must navigate a complex web of bureaucracy, prejudice, and exploitation to secure the titular "yellow ticket" that will allow her to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor. This powerful and poignant novel shines a light on a little-known corner of history, while offering a timeless meditation on the struggle for dignity and the pursuit of one's passions.