Greeks In America: An Account Of Their Coming, Progress, Customs, Living And Aspirations

By Thomas Burgess

Book Overview

""Greeks in America: An Account of Their Coming, Progress, Customs, Living and Aspirations"" is a book written by Thomas Burgess that explores the experiences of Greek immigrants in America. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Greek immigration to America, starting from the early 1800s and continuing through the early 1900s. The book covers a range of topics related to the Greek immigrant experience, including the reasons why Greeks left their homeland, their struggles to adapt to American culture and society, their customs and traditions, and their aspirations for the future. Burgess also provides detailed accounts of the living conditions of Greek immigrants, including their work, housing, and social lives.The book is based on extensive research and interviews with Greek immigrants, and it provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by this community. It also sheds light on the contributions that Greek immigrants have made to American society, including their impact on the fields of business, politics, and the arts.Overall, ""Greeks in America"" is an informative and engaging account of the Greek immigrant experience, and it provides valuable insights into the history of immigration and multiculturalism in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116385302X
• ISBN13: 9781163853023
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"