History Comics: Ellis Island : Immigration and the American Dream

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Neuware - Let this graphic novel be your time machine and experience history like never before! HistoryComics brings the past to life with unforgettable stories, fascinating facts, and stunningillustrations. In this volume, take a visit to Ellis Island and learn America's immigration story.Many Americans know someone who can trace their ancestry through Ellis Island. In addition to being part of the world-famous Statue of Liberty National Monument, this modest-sized piece of land once housed the main immigration processing center for the U.S., documenting upwards of 12 million people between 1892 and 1954! Over the generations, Ellis Island has taken on an almost mythic status as a beacon of hope to those seeking freedom and refuge from persecution. But how did it all get started ¿ History brought to life: Explore the people, places, and events that shaped our world through engaging graphic novel storytelling¿ Expertly researched: Created with historians and subject experts to deliver accurate, accessible, and engaging nonfiction¿ Perfect for curious readers: A great choice for kids who love graphic novels, nonfiction, history, and social studies¿ Supports classroom learning: Ideal for independent reading, school libraries, homeschool curricula, and history education. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781250768780

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Über die Autorinnen und Autoren: Felipe Galindo Feggo creates humorous art in a variety of media, including cartoons, illustrations, animations, fine art, and public art. He received a BFA in Visual Arts from the National Autonomous University of Mexico. His humorous drawings have appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Nation, The Wall Street Journal, and international publications. His artwork has been exhibited, published, and awarded worldwide. His books include Cats Will Be Cats, Manhatitlan, and Taking Liberties.

Tait Howard is an artist and writer from the dreary Pacific Northwest. After graduating from the Savannah College of Art and Design he has illustrated for GE and American Greetings, shown work in galleries across the country, and has worked on a wide variety of comics for companies including Cartoon Network and Adult Swim. You can find his work online on his website!