Title: Memories of the Golden Greek
Description: "George Alepoudakis emigrated from Greece in 1924 and ended up on Ellis Island in New York. He went to Rochester, New York in pursuit of his dreams. With determination, hard work and scrifice, George immersed himself in a network of Greek families in Rochester, and then landed a job as a waiter, cook and party preparer. He made friends and eventually settled in the small community of Scottsville, NY. There he eventually started his own business...Memories of the Golden Greek is a story of courage, of community, and conquest. It is to honor Kanella and George Alepoudakis, to remember friends and enemies, and to give the reader a look at some of the many great and terrible days in Bughouse, NY. Memories of the Golden Gree will take you on a journey of tears and laughter, sorrow and celebration, agonizing decisions and family sacrifice, conflict and togetherness. In the end you will find survival, victory, and love"--Back cover.
Subjects: Greek Americans, Biography, Businesspeople