In 1980; the University of Oklahoma Press published a ten-book series titled Newcomers to a New Land that described and analyzed the role of the major ethnic groups that have contributed to the history of Oklahoma. The series was part of Oklahoma Image; a project sponsored by the Oklahoma Department of Libraries and the Oklahoma Library Association and made possible by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.In response to numerous requests; the University of Oklahoma Press has reissued all ten volumes in the series. Published unaltered from the original editions; these books continue to have both historical and cultural value for reasons the series editorial committee stated as well.“Though not large in number as compared to those in some states; immigrants from various European nations left a marked impact on Oklahoma’s history. As in the larger United States; they worked in many economic and social roles that enriched the state’s life. Indians have played a crucial part in Oklahoma’s history; even to giving the state her name. Blacks and Mexicans have also fulfilled a special set of roles; and will continue to affect Oklahoma’s future. The history of each of these groups is unique; well worth remembering to both their heirs and to other people in the state and nation. Their stories come from the past; but continue on the future.â€
#373544 in Books Gessen Masha 2016-08-23 2016-08-23Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.50 x 2.00 x 7.20l; 1.25 #File Name: 0805242465192 pagesWhere the Jews Aren t The Sad and Absurd Story of Birobidzhan Russia s Jewish Autonomous Region
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. This book is well written with a personal touch; not just a historic account.By Dmitry KrupitskyThis book is well written with a personal touch; not just a historic account. It answered my questions why and how Birobidzhan was first established. Why and how did it fail? Well; I could guess ... I have personal experiences ...Recommendation: do not read the last section before going to sleep. I was chased by Stalin's cronies in my nightmares. They did not listen what I had to say to defend myself.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Another sad story of persecution based upon ones religionBy Ronald F. PrebishA comprehensive review of the "city that never truly became a city" Having first come across this story in a book by Marek Halter I found this further excursion into a world most people to this day do not know existed was another testimony about the brutality of man to his fellow man. Another sad story of persecution based upon ones religion. History never exactly repeats itself but often times it just perpetuates stereotypes and prejudices against people who are just trying to make their own way in a hostile world.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Gripping!By HoneybeeA grim; and well-written account of the rarely-told history of Jews in the Soviet Union; with remarkable insights into the conflicting ideas and lives; of Jews who remained in the USSR long after many of our ancestors left for the west.
