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Exploring the unique perspectives of Japanese women living in the United States, this book delves into their views on education, ethics, and the complexities of freedom in America. It highlights their feelings of envy and sympathy towards American women while discussing family dynamics, community involvement, and cultural preservation. Through candid reflections, it provides insights into the status of women in Japan and contrasts it with American experiences, revealing a rich tapestry of cross-cultural understanding grounded in thorough research.

Nancy Marie Brown lays to rest the hoary myth that Viking society was ruled by men and celebrates the dramatic lives of female Viking warriors

Focusing on the personal experiences of American women married to Japanese men, the book explores the cultural challenges these couples face, such as differing customs, values, and communication styles. It delves into potential conflicts involving family dynamics, gender roles, and child-rearing, while emphasizing the importance of commitment, flexibility, and identity. The women share insights on overcoming obstacles and highlight the enriching aspects of their marriages, including a deeper appreciation for Japanese culture and personal growth. Through extensive research, the narrative offers a fresh perspective on Japan and its cultural intricacies.

“A fascinating tale of discovery and mystery.” —The Minneapolis Star Tribune In the early 1800's, on a Hebridean beach in Scotland, the sea exposed an ancient treasure cache: 93 chessmen carved from walrus ivory. The Lewis Chessmen are probably the most famous chess pieces in the world. Harry played Wizard's Chess with them in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Housed at the British Museum, they are among its most visited and beloved objects. Questions abounded: Who carved them? Where? Nancy Marie Brown's Ivory Vikings explores these mysteries by connecting medieval Icelandic sagas with modern archaeology, art history, forensics, and the history of board games. In the process, Ivory Vikings presents a vivid history of the 400 years when the Vikings ruled the North Atlantic, and the sea-road connected countries and islands we think of as far apart and culturally distinct: Norway and Scotland, Ireland and Iceland, and Greenland and North America. The story of the Lewis chessmen brings from the shadows an extraordinarily talented woman artist of the twelfth century: Margret the Adroit of Iceland.

In exploring how Icelanders interact with nature-and their idea that elves live among us-Nancy Marie Brown shows us how altering our perceptions of the environment can be a crucial first step toward saving it.

Focusing on the critical issue of urban education, the book highlights America's shortcomings in effectively educating its urban youth, underscored by alarming statistics. It presents a narrative of hope and potential, illustrating that change is achievable and worth pursuing. Through compelling storytelling, it aims to inspire action and highlight successful strategies for transforming the educational landscape for urban children.

America's failure to educate its urban children is evidenced by our woeful statistics. If it is possible to turn around this bleak picture-and it is-this is a story well worth telling. And this is what Breaking the Cycle aims to do.

Rich in anecdotes and interviews that bring Nancy Brown Diggs' research to life, In Search of Appalachia refutes stereotypes and introduces an often- misunderstood culture with much to admire.

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