Jews (We Came to North America)

Over the last two centuries, many different immigrant groups in North America have contributed to the rich diversity of culture in the United States and Canada. While some came to find opportunity, others were brought against their will. We Came to North America tells the history of the adventurous and often perilous journeys our ancestors made including: -- the country they came from and why they left-- how they reached North America-- eyewitness accounts before and after reaching their new home-- where they settled and the obstacles they encountered-- cultural traditions we still celebrate today-- famous people from each group and their contributionsMost Jews who immigrated to North America over the past centuries have all had a common motivation -- to flee a life of great hardship and cruelty. This intriguing account uses full-color artwork and eyewitness accounts to tell how Jews from around the world fled persecution in their homelands and came to North America where their traditions are still celebrated today.Topics include: -- flight from terror around the globe-- the journey to safety-Horton, Casey is the author of 'Jews (We Came to North America)' with ISBN 9780606228367 and ISBN 0606228365.