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Author: Art Zegelaar Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 1847286771 Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 105
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The author is a new-comer to New Zealand. In the footsteps of Abel Tasman the author might have thought New Zealand to be a Dutch Colony! Life in the far North soon revealed characteristics that proved myopic aspirations were hard at work. But the author has a contagious sense of humour. And without the fine tuned skills in English expression the inimitable style of his book adds colour and fascination to the events he describes. I think the reader will be able to identify with some of the humorous situations and has probably met some of the officious personalities who take centre stage in a parochial community. To read this book written from a fresh perspective should be a therapeutic exercise to some of us too cloistered in some secluded pockets of post-imperialism and should be on the bookshelf of every immigrant wishing to understand the heart beat of their newly elected country.
Author: Art Zegelaar Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 1847286771 Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 105
Book Description
The author is a new-comer to New Zealand. In the footsteps of Abel Tasman the author might have thought New Zealand to be a Dutch Colony! Life in the far North soon revealed characteristics that proved myopic aspirations were hard at work. But the author has a contagious sense of humour. And without the fine tuned skills in English expression the inimitable style of his book adds colour and fascination to the events he describes. I think the reader will be able to identify with some of the humorous situations and has probably met some of the officious personalities who take centre stage in a parochial community. To read this book written from a fresh perspective should be a therapeutic exercise to some of us too cloistered in some secluded pockets of post-imperialism and should be on the bookshelf of every immigrant wishing to understand the heart beat of their newly elected country.
Author: Art Zegelaar Publisher: ISBN: 9781471063398 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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This book is a sequel to the author's first book 'Awesome Adventures of an Immigrant' where he went into the footsteps of Abel Tasman to discover New Zealand. Upon returning to his home country he felt like a new-comer. In the same pointy style guided by his imaginary opponent 'Hugo' the author tries to make sense of his country by following some history of it. As in New Zealand some myopic characters are at work, and the peculiar mind of the author puts a magnifying glass on them. Without the fine tuned skills in English expression the inimitable style of his writing adds color and fascination to the events he describes. I think the reader will be able to identify with some of the humorous situations and has probably met some of the personalities which are rooted into far historic mythos. In this he lays down his own weaknesses and to read the book written from a fresh perspective should be a therapeutic exercise to some of us too cloistered and should be on the bookshelf of everyone traveling or dealing with some aspects of dutch life. As the tale progresses, these aspects might be more than many people would realize.
Author: Jeffery L. Schatzer Publisher: ISBN: Category : Cooperativeness Languages : en Pages :
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After returning safely from their adventure through time to learn about Chief Pontiac's rebellion (Book One), several of Miss Pepper's students again need Professor Tuesday's help with their studies. Owen and Rachel must prepare a special report about the history of immigration to Michigan. The research doesn't always go smoothly. Throughout the day, the kids dodge problems and overcome difficulties-- teaching readers about conflict-- while learning how immigrants struggled to live and work in Michigan. They discover that although people have many differences, in the end we are all very much the same. One of their "instructors" uses American Sign Language to communicate. Readers will learn about the important role the Erie Canal played in immigration to Michigan, the building of Detroit, Michigan becoming a state in 1837, the establishment of the towns of Frankenmuth (Germans) and Holland (Dutch), Hamtramck (Poles) and Mackinac Island (Irish); early mining in Copper County; the lumbering era (1850s); and Sudanese immigrants today.--Publisher.
Author: Dolores A. Kelly Publisher: Cold Pond Press ISBN: 9781616238070 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 206
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This is the story of an uncle, born in a sleepy Italian town, who came to the United States during the great wave of immigration in the first decades of the 20th Century and who eventually set out on his own path, moving to California and planting his own family roots. While the book is filled with photos and lots of stories about his life growing up, going to high school, finding his true love, and building a wide circle of family and friends, it also is a story about a young immigrant boy who - thousands of miles away from his familiar, comfortable boyhood home - decided to discover for himself all that his new country had to offer. While his story starts many years ago, Albert's Journey is much like the many millions of immigrants who came to the United States - and still come - to find a better life. It's a warm, humorous reminder that anybody new and unfamiliar in our country is really, at the heart of it, not that much different from any of us who desire a happy life full of love, family, friends, and a passion for doing whatever we hope to do. The book is ideal for young preteen and adolescent readers who, in studying the history of immigration in their school history and social science classes, want to learn more about the personal experiences and adventures that immigrants, especially those close to their age, found in their new national home. The book is filled with photos, used with permission, from family albums, archives, and friends.
Author: Susan J. Cohen Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group ISBN: 1632994887 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 253
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A famous writer exiled from Albania and Greece. A Somali nomad-turned-multinational banker. An Asian-born virtuoso violinist with perfect pitch, and many more . . . In this eye-opening collection of immigrant trials, triumphs, and contributions, leading immigration lawyer Susan Cohen invites you to walk with her clients as they share their incredible journeys coming to America while overcoming unimaginable dangers and often heartbreaking obstacles abroad. Cohen masterfully uplifts marginalized voices, laying bare the remarkable realities of staggering hardships and inspiring resilience. Sprinkled with amusing anecdotes, tense junctures, and heartwarming segments, you will sit front and center at the courtroom learning about US immigration policies and systems—which often become an immigrant’s greatest hurdle—while also discovering the ways unscrupulous American citizens take advantage of those not born in the States. As you ride the ups and downs and follow the zig-zagging twists and turns of their travails, you will discover the many ways immigrants from all over the world give back to their local communities and enrich the fabric of the nation. Finding yourself enmeshed in their stories, you will gain insight, grow in empathy, and come to understand what it truly takes to become an American citizen.
Author: Berta de Miguel Publisher: Tilbury House Publishers and Cadent Publishing ISBN: 0884488144 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 58
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Booklist Starred Review Named to the 2022 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List The Spanish architects Rafael Guastavino Sr. and hisson, Rafael Guastavino Jr., designed more than one thousand iconic spaces across New York City and the United States, such as the New York City Hall Subway Station (still a tourist destination though no longer active), the Manhattan Federal Reserve Bank, the Nebraska State Capitol, the Great Hall of Ellis Island, the Oyster bar at Grand Central Terminal in New York, the Elephant House at the Bronx Zoo, the soaring tiled vaults under the Queensboro Bridge, the central dome of the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, and the Boston Public Library. Written in the voice of the son, who was eight years old in 1881 when he immigrated to America with his father, this is their story. Rafael Guastavino Sr. was 39 when he left a successful career as an architect in Barcelona. American cities—densely packed and built largely of wood—were experiencing horrific fires, and Guastavino had the solution: The soaring interior spaces created by his tiled vaults and domes made buildings sturdier, fireproof, and beautiful. What he didn’t have was fluent English. Unable to win design commissions, he transferred control of the company to his American-educated son, whose subsequent half-century of inspired design work resulted in major contributions to the built environment of America. Immigrant Architect is an introduction to architectural concepts and a timely reminder of immigrant contributions to America. The book includes four route maps for visiting Guastavino-designed spaces in New York City: uptown, midtown, downtown, and Prospect Park.
Author: Brenna O'Shea Cagiano Publisher: iUniverse ISBN: 0595425178 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 316
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Patrick: The Irish Immigrant is the story of a determined Irish lad who dreamed of a better life of opportunities in America. By the age of seventeen, Patrick J. O'Shea had saved enough money to buy passage to the United States. Upon his arrival in New York City, Patrick used his ambition and determination, mixed with a dash of Irish malarkey, to set himself up with a job and a new life. This recipe served him well throughout his adventures that led him from New York City to the Territory of Hawaii and throughout the world. Along the way, Patrick married the love of his life, Arabell. Together they raised their family against the backdrop of World War II and other life-changing historical events. Patrick's life story is the universal story of many immigrants to the United States of America. He came, he prospered, and he proudly became a U.S. citizen. Patrick wanted his story told to encourage others to persevere despite obstacles and setbacks, to do one's best at any task, and to always conduct oneself with honor and dignity.
Author: Sarkis Atamian Publisher: Publication Consultants ISBN: 1594331146 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 118
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Douglas Avenue is the story of an immigrant Armenian family, the Stepanians, whose children grow up during the Great Depression. In the midst of their poverty, like so many other Armenians, the Stepanians cling to their hope for a better tomorrow and cherish their children above all else. It is a time of trials and triumphs as Dickron and Mariam struggle to make a home for their boys, Garo and Harry, on Douglas Avenue, in Providence, Rhode Island. Join Garo and Harry in their boyhood adventures during the Great Depression. Here are the stories of their pranks and escapades as they learn how to survive by overcoming the differences between two cultures.
Author: Michel Delifer Publisher: Independently Published ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 0
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For someone with no middle name, Perseverance might be a good one for Michel Delifer. This tale of his life journey begins in Lebanon where he volunteers as a field medic for the Lebanese Red Cross during the civil war. Immigrating to the United States and hoping to find relief with distant family in California, his world comes crashing down when he realizes that expectations are more than he ever imagined. Determined to move forward, he works as a gas station attendant and a steakhouse waiter and eventually lands a position in the insurance industry that leads to success and international adventures. Unraveling a complex scheme with a team of lawyers and other professionals he finds himself traveling to London, Paris, Amsterdam, and a host of other cities. Staying in 4 star hotels, dining in top restaurants, and visiting world renowned museums, in an elite world that is far removed from the life he knew in Lebanon. Throughout the adventures he encounters many learning challenges, including how to survive in the U.S. business culture and when to use the many idioms of American English. As he continues to expand his international business skills he also discovers his own identity and an appreciation for what really matters in life.
Author: Howard Fast Publisher: Boston : Houghton Mifflin ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 408
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A love story of tremendous beauty...a tale of passion, adventure, and ambition set against the streets of San Francisco, America's most romantic city. Dan Lavette, the son of an Italian fisherman, battles from the rubble of the San Francisco earthquake to build a fortune in the shipping industry. Rising to success through hard work and a loveless marriage to the daughter of the city's wealthiest family, he risks it all for the exotic beauty of a woman who shares his secret and scandalous passion. From Nob Hill to the harbor, San Francisco comes alive through three immigrant families -- Italian, Irish, and Chinese -- whose intertwining dreams are propelled by the emotional events of America's coming of age...
Author: Art Zegelaar
Author: Art Zegelaar
Author: Art Zegelaar
Author: Jeffery L. Schatzer
Author: Dolores A. Kelly
Author: Susan J. Cohen
Author: Berta de Miguel
Author: Brenna O'Shea Cagiano
Author: Sarkis Atamian
Author: Michel Delifer
Author: Howard Fast