Abstract :
The research is based on depiction of powerful story of struggle and tough
man. The struggle began with a strong desire to get to a better standard of living.
The method used to determine the meaning contained is included in the
semiotic analysis of qualitative descriptive study. Here using semiotic theory of
Charles Sanders Peirce, who divides signs into three categories: icon, index and
symbol.
Result of this study, in writer opinion is, personal thanks to the strong,
strong-willed, and based on the sanctity of business, better living standards were
successfully obtained in New York City. Besides the glory of success and also
successfully achieved, but is not the case with perfection.
Key word : Illustration, Semiotic, Charles Sanders Peirce, 9 Summers 10
Autumns, apple, Dari Kota Apel ke The Big Apple.