Generation to Generation: Third Edition, 2026 - Softcover

Papel, Stanley

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798900710624

Publisher: Luminare Press, 2026

Synopsis

Generation to Generation traces the compelling story of a contemporary Jewish-American family from its origins in Hungary and Lithuania through the immigration to the United States in the late nineteenth century to present day. Covering six generations, the history is narrated by Stanley Papel and his parents, Phil and Sophie Papel. Generation to Generation is both memoir and history, offering insight into middle-class life in the United States in the twentieth century, family entrepreneurship, and the emergence of a gay sensibility from a traditional family milieu.

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About the Author

Stan Louis Papel was born on December 17, 1942 in Los Angeles, California. He spent his career of 50 years in the giftware industry creating unique designs with a large national and international distribution. Since retiring, Stan has writing about his family history and the family business. His first book, Tales Beyond Main Street, is the history of the family business started in Disneyland in 1955. Generation to Generation, Third Edition, recounts the story of his ancestors from their European roots to the present. Stanley is the father of three grown children and seven grandchildren. He spends his time in San Diego between a comfortable home in the suburban retirement community of Scripps Ranch and an apartment located in the Banker's Hill area of San Diego. Having dealt with heath issues since 2021, Stanley maintains a good attitude and enjoys each day. Contact Information: www.stanleypapel.com, SPapelDesigns@gmail.com.

Edition details

• Publisher: Luminare Press
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798900710624
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 286