The Dream of America: Immigration 1870-1920 (Defining Moments)
Adding to the series 'Defining Moments' is a strong focus on immigration history divided into three sections: a narrative overview of immigration around the world and America, a collection of biographies on leading figures influencing their times, and a gathering of primary source documents on U.S. immigration history, making this especially key for high school to college-level history collections
"Once I thought to write a history of the immigrants in America. Then I discovered that the immigrants were American history," wrote historian Oscar Handlin. Immigrants and generations of their descendants have defined the American nation from its beginning and continue to provide America's characteristic diversity, representing practically every race, nationality, religion, and ethnic group around the world. Some immigrants came to the New World in search of economic gain. Others were brought in chains. Still others found refuge in America from religious or ethnic persecution.
Work in America: An Encyclopedia of History, Policy, and Society
Focusing on developments since the Industrial Revolution, entries cover specific businesses, industries, and types of work; labor relations; compensation and benefits; notable individuals, groups, and organizations; theories and trends; legislation and public policy; training; immigration issues; and more. In addition to the table of contents, there is a listing of entries by category.
Live and Work in CanadaIn this meticulously revised and updated 4th edition you'll find all you need to know to make your move to Canada trouble free, and your stay there - whether short or long term - successful. Canadian Immigration Lawyer, Benjamin A Kranc guides you step by step through the whole Canadian immigration process. He and his co-author Karina Roman, also resident in Canada, deliver invaluable advice on finding a place to live, getting a job or starting a business, right through to everyday issues such as rules of the road,shopping and simply having fun.
