Books in Americans All series

An exploration of United States immigrants from India and other South Asian countries that discusses their countries of origin and cultures and includes personal stories about the experiences of immigrants and their children.

Describes the immigration, past and present, of the Chinese to the United States and what they add to the culture.

Describes the immigration, past and present, of Mexicans to the United States and what they add to the culture.

Dana, Jr. had always yearned for the seafaring life so, after an illness, he set off to sea to recover his health. This personal journal of a voyage around Cape Horn from 1834-36 did much to arouse public opinion about the plight of sailors.

Examines the different cultures that make up Southeast Asian American communities, and the many ways in which they have shaped the United States throughout history.

Introduces Americans from the Caribbean and Central America, providing a history of the immigrant experience, and describing the lives of both ordinary and well-known Americans of this descent and their influence on American culture.

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A biography of the priest who devoted his life to caring for homeless boys.

Harvey Cheyne is the spoilt son of an over-indulgent millionaire. On an ocean voyage off the Newfoundland coast, he falls overboard & is rescued by a Portguese fisherman. Never in need of anything in his entire life, it comes as rather a shock to Harvey to be forced to join the crew of the fishing schooner & work there for the summer.

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