Herman is considering a move to a different part of town, a prospect that troubles Bess, who is deeply concerned about the thought of leaving their close-knit Jewish community.

With Evelyn as his assistant, Bengelsdorf proved an indispensable asset to the Lindbergh operation.

The family undertakes a journey to Washington, D.C., though Bess longs for a visit to Canada, a destination drawing many apprehensive Jewish families.

Against the protests of Bess and Herman, Evelyn has chosen Sandy to be the public figurehead for the "Just Folks" program.

Herman, Bess, and Philip all wrestled with the family's decision regarding the Homestead Act and their impending move to Kentucky.

Within the Levin family, bonds fray under the strain of escalating violence, intricate plots, and pervasive disorder.