Charting the World
Geography and Maps from Cave Paintings to GPS with 21 Activities
Tells the fascinating history of maps and mapmaking, etc.
Richard Panchyk Volgorde van de boeken (chronologisch)
Richard Panchyk is auteur of redacteur van 14 boeken over uiteenlopende onderwerpen, waaronder non-fictie voor kinderen (wetenschap, geschiedenis, kunst, politiek/overheid) en non-fictie voor volwassenen (geschiedenis en folklore). Zijn werken zijn vertaald in vier talen. Hij richt zich op het bieden van boeiende en toegankelijke informatie aan jonge lezers, vaak via historische thema's en de inzet van visuele elementen. Zijn werk beoogt geschiedenis en wetenschap begrijpelijk en interessant te maken voor een breed publiek.
Catholic New York City
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- 5 uur lezen
Exploring the rich tapestry of Catholic life in New York City, this book highlights the growth of the Catholic population from 200,000 to over 1.2 million between 1850 and 1900, driven by waves of European immigration. It chronicles significant milestones, including the establishment of the first Catholic church in the 1780s and the completion of St. Patrick's Cathedral in 1879. The narrative also delves into the diverse personalities, places, and events that have shaped the city's Catholic identity over the past two centuries.
German New York City
- 128bladzijden
- 5 uur lezen
Focusing on the vibrant legacy of German immigrants in New York City, the book explores their journey from 19th- and 20th-century Europe to America. It highlights the peak immigration periods of the 1850s and 1880s, when New York became home to a significant German-born population. The establishment of Kleindeutschland, or Little Germany, in downtown Manhattan is examined, along with the community's later migration to Yorkville and other boroughs, showcasing the enduring influence of German culture in the city.