Misfits and Remnants

“Misfits and Remnants” is a collection of short stories by Luigi Donato Ventura and S. Shevitch, published in 1886. The anthology portrays the lives of marginalized individuals, including immigrants and societal outcasts, in late 19th-century America. Notably, the story “Peppino” stands out as one of the earliest literary depictions of the Italian immigrant experience in the United States. Ventura's narratives, often drawn from his own experiences as an Italian immigrant and language teacher, offer a poignant glimpse into the challenges and resilience of those navigating a new world.
"Misfits and Remnants" is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1886.