Growing Up The Greek Way In The Big Apple

Author : Mike Pappas
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2011-03-23
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781462000708

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Growing up the Greek Way in the Big Apple by Mike Pappas Pdf

When you grow up Greek, you grow up differentlyespecially in the culturally rich city of New York. Mike Pappas was born just after the start of World War II to parents who left Greece seeking a better life. In this memoir, he recalls his boyhood adventures in vivid detail, sharing memories that are sad, bizarre, insightful, and fun. Growing up in New York City and being a first-generation Greek immigrant was an adventure in and of itself. It was a time everybody remembered and treasured. Mike Pappas recalls his familys quirks and the many old traditions he tried to adhere to but often failed to carry out. Caught between two worlds, he enjoyed the best of both of them. Here are the varied experiences of Lent and Holy week and hidden aspects of Greek Orthodox life that are woven into everyday life. Explore two worlds and discoveror relivewhat it means to grow up as a Greek American. This memoir is full of insight, enthusiasm, and honesty about what it was like Growing Up the Greek Way in the Big Apple.

Author : David P Reiter
Publisher : Interactive Publications
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781922120748

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Tiger Takes the Big Apple by David P Reiter Pdf

In Book 4 of the Project Earth-mend Series, Earth is under threat by starships from a distant galaxy sent to destroy humanity before its pollution can spread to other planets. Mick of the Min-Min is in fact Commander of the Abell 2218 strike force. Vanquished by the Kangaroo at the end of Tiger Tames the Min Min, Mick and his robots retreat to the outer reaches of the solar system to plan a new all-out assault on Earth. Tiger the Cat, Wanda the Blue Tongue, Number 12 the racing camel and Syd the dizzy crow team up with Prince, Eudora and Tark, extraterrestrials in disguise, and other species – as well as President Obama and Madonna to head off the confrontation over the skies of New York City (the Big Apple). On their way to New York, they sign up other species to Project Earth-mend like polar bears, timber wolves, beavers, bats, and even the national emblem of the USA, the Bald Eagle. Before the battle, the Team makes their case at United Nations for unity among all living beings, but will it be too late to defend the planet? Will we pay the ultimate price for ignoring Climate Change?

Author : Nancy Hendricks
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 804 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2018-08-17
Category : History
ISBN : 9798216130468

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Popular Fads and Crazes through American History [2 volumes] by Nancy Hendricks Pdf

This informative two-volume set provides readers with an understanding of the fads and crazes that have taken America by storm from colonial times to the present. Entries cover a range of topics, including food, entertainment, fashion, music, and language. Why could hula hoops and TV westerns only have been found in every household in the 1950s? What murdered Russian princess can be seen in one of the first documented selfies, taken in 1914? This book answers those questions and more in its documentation of all of the most captivating trends that have defined American popular culture since before the country began. Entries are well-researched and alphabetized by decade. At the start of every section is an insightful historical overview of the decade, and the set uniquely illustrates what today's readers have in common with the past. It also contains a Glossary of Slang for each decade as well as a bibliography, plus suggestions for further reading for each entry. Students and readers interested in history will enjoy discovering trends through the years in such areas as fashion, movies, music, and sports.

Author : Erin Alderson
Publisher : Fair Winds Press (MA)
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2015-04-15
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781592336586

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The Easy Vegetarian Kitchen by Erin Alderson Pdf

The Easy Vegetarian Kitchen contains 50 core plant-based and meatless recipes as well as advice for how to fill your pantry with seasonal ingredients.

Author : Fay N Kozas
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2005-05
Category : Greek Americans
ISBN : 9780595345403

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A Greek Mosaic by Fay N Kozas Pdf

Growing up as the privileged daughter of a Greek family during the time of the Turkish occupation, nothing was good enough for her. Her father, a wealthy merchant, makes deals to smuggle his daughter and her future husband to Odessa where they will be safe until Greece is free once again. What happens on the night before her wedding changes her life forever.

Author : Neil Rudin
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010-10-04
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781452067490

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Growing into My Genes by Neil Rudin Pdf

Sensing that he is beckoned by his ancestors to help preserve their memories, the author embarks on a fascinating journey to discover more about his Eastern-European Yiddish heritage and to bring his ancestors to life. Growing up in the 40's and 50's in Detroit as the only child and grandchild of an immigrant family steeped in old country culture, his maternal grandparents became his closest friends. The portrayal of the author's idyllic childhood from the innocent perspective of a youth, creates a realistic context tinged with tenderness, pathos, and humor. Most of the reminiscences are presented in a short story format. The stories are supplemented by a useful genealogical appendix outlining the processes the author employed. The appendix also contains several historical essays focusing on the socio-political background of the period as well as an interesting essay on the history and importance of Yiddish in this culture. The unique integration of memoirs, genealogical research and historical studies enhances and enriches our ability to understand the full context of this ancestral heritage. In his case, the author was able to grasp the full significance of his family history and its profound influence on his life.

Author : Eric Greenspan
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-07
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780399580741

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The Great Grilled Cheese Book by Eric Greenspan Pdf

Fifty chef-created recipes—some classic, some boundary pushing—for America's favorite sandwich, the grilled cheese. A fresh take on the beloved American classic, from the classic white bread with American cheese to "The Champ" (a taleggio and short rib extravaganza); the "Johnny Pastrami," which combines pastrami with the bite and freshness of apple chutney; and "The Tomater" with creamy mozzarella and a sun-dried tomato spread. Featuring both common and elevated ingredients like brie cheese, poppy seed bread, olive tapenade, fig marmalade, smoked salmon, candied bacon, bourbon-glazed ham, and raisin walnut bread, these are recipes that invite you into new and uncharted grilled cheese territory. With notes on the best cheese and breads and pro tips for the best cooking techniques, this book has something for every taste and is guaranteed up your grilled cheese game.

Author : Mim Harrison
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2011-08-02
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781101543399

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Wicked Good Words by Mim Harrison Pdf

How to sound like you're from here, no matter where you are in America "Simultaneously full of witty asides and linguistic erudition, Wicked Good Words is one of those rare books that you will read too fast and will find yourself wishing you could read for the first time all over again." -Ammon Shea, author of Reading the OED "As someone who grew up in the land of wicked pissa Sox games, what a delight it was to read about alligator pears, sundogs, piggling, sad cakes, doodinkus, jacklegs, and so many other American regionalisms." -David Wolman, author of Righting the Mother Tongue Wicked Good Words is a collection of words and phrases from places across the United States. Organized by region and peppered with engaging sidebars, it's a uniquely American road trip. You'll discover: *In Ohio, that titillating talk about a four-way is all about a type of chili. *When you rush the growler in Appalachia, you're filling your lunch pail with beer. *A frog strangler in the South will send you running for cover: it's a heavy rain. *In Louisiana and Texas, someone caught pirooting is nosing around. *In the Northwest, something that's spendy is too expensive. *A skeeter hawk, darning needle, snake feeder, spindle, ear sewer, needle, snake doctor, and stinger all refer to the same thing: a mosquito, depending on where you get attacked.

Author : Živorad Kovačević
Publisher : Filip Visnjic
Page : 840 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : English language
ISBN : STANFORD:36105023203289

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Englesko-srpski Frazeološki Rečnik: A-K by Živorad Kovačević Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1894
Category : Education
ISBN : HARVARD:32044102790706

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School Education by Anonim Pdf

Author : Angus Stevenson
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 2093 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2010-08-19
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780199571123

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Oxford Dictionary of English by Angus Stevenson Pdf

The Oxford Dictionary of English offers authoritative and in-depth coverage of over 350,000 words, phrases, and meanings. The foremost single-volume authority on the English language.

Author : Nick Kypreos
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-20
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781982146887

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Undrafted by Nick Kypreos Pdf

True stories and hard-won lessons about a life of hockey, from a Stanley Cup champion and top analyst. As a child growing up in Toronto, Nick Kypreos lived for hockey and dreamed of following in his idols’ footsteps to play in the NHL. Hockey was an important part of the Kypreos household. It was largely through the game that his immigrant Greek parents acclimatized to their new lives in Canada, and from a young age “Kyper” proved he was more than good enough to move through the ranks. But he was never a top prospect—he didn’t even attend the NHL draft when he became eligible. And yet, through dedication and constant improvement, he made it to the show. Kypreos built a career on his tireless work ethic and made a name for himself for always having a positive influence on team morale. A medium-weight fighter, he squared off with the league’s toughest players, including Chris Simon, Joey Kocur, Tony Twist, and Scott Stevens—anything to give his team an edge. Ultimately, he was brought to the New York Rangers to help them win the Stanley Cup in 1994—their first in fifty-four years—with the legendary Mark Messier. And then he got to live his other dream: playing for his hometown team, the Toronto Maple Leafs. When a concussion forced him to retire early, it changed his life. But the lessons he’d learned on the ice over eight seasons helped him build a new career as a top hockey analyst and personality for Sportsnet. For twenty seasons he provided unique insight on the evolving game, and a player’s perspective on the biggest discussions of the day. Revealing, fun, and brutally honest, Undrafted shows the challenges of being a pro player. It’s a story of the resilience it takes to prove yourself every night, and how the right attitude can lead to the greatest success, not only in the arena, but in life.

Author : Michele Roberts
Publisher : Virago
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2012-03-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781405516570

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Fair Exchange by Michele Roberts Pdf

In the early 1800s, Louise, a French peasant woman, fearing she is about to die, calls for her priest. She has a secret to confess. Though the priest is impatient, she wants to tell her tale from the beginning. The story opens in Stoke Newington, London, in the 1780s, with Jemima Boote, arriving at Miss Mary Wollstonecraft's school. Jemima follows her beloved teacher to Paris wanting to be part of the erupting revolution and then - six months pregnant - retreats to the tiny village of Louise's youth. Her arrival coincides with that of another young mother-to-be, Annette, who has been sent by her parents to the country to hide her disgraceful pregnancy and to get over her infatuation with William, a young English poet. In an abandoned convent they take up their waiting: waiting for their babies, waiting for their men. While drawing hints and facts from the lives and secret affairs of two of the most famous and passionate figures of the late 18th century - Mary Wollstonecraft and William Wordworth - the intriguing mystery surrounding these two women, is Michèle Roberts own fascinating creation.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1476 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : English language
ISBN : 818606236X

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Chamber Concise Dictionary by Anonim Pdf

Author : Mike Royko
Publisher : Agate Digital
Page : 3259 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2014-11-04
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781572844926

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Mike Royko: The Chicago Tribune Collection 1984-1997 by Mike Royko Pdf

Mike Royko: The Chicago Tribune Collection 1984–1997 is an expansive new volume of the longtime Chicago news legend’s work. Encompassing thousands of his columns, all of which originally appeared in the Chicago Tribune, this is the first collection of Royko work to solely cover his time at the Tribune. Covering politics, culture, sports, and more, Royko brings his trademark sarcasm and cantankerous wit to a complete compendium of his last 14 years as a newspaper man. Organized chronologically, these columns display Royko's talent for crafting fictional conversations that reveal the truth of the small-minded in our society. From cagey political points to hysterical take-downs of "meatball" sports fans, Royko's writing was beloved and anticipated anxiously by his fans. In plain language, he "tells it like it is" on subjects relevant to modern society. In addition to his columns, the book features Royko's obituary and articles written about him after his death, telling the tale of his life and success. This ultimate collection is a must-read for Royko fans, longtime Chicago Tribune readers, and Chicagoans who love the city's rich history of dedicated and insightful journalism.