My Future Is In America

Author : Jocelyn Cohen,Daniel Soyer
Publisher : NYU Press
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2008-04-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780814716953

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My Future Is in America by Jocelyn Cohen,Daniel Soyer Pdf

In 1942, YIVO held a contest for the best autobiography by a Jewish immigrant on the theme “Why I Left the Old Country and What I Have Accomplished in America.” Chosen from over two hundred entries, and translated from Yiddish, the nine life stories in My Future Is in America provide a compelling portrait of American Jewish life in the immigrant generation at the turn of the twentieth century. The writers arrived in America in every decade from the 1890s to the 1920s. They include manual workers, shopkeepers, housewives, communal activists, and professionals who came from all parts of Eastern Europe and ushered in a new era in American Jewish history. In their own words, the immigrant writers convey the complexities of the transition between the Old and New Worlds. An Introduction places the writings in historical and literary context, and annotations explain historical and cultural allusions made by the writers. This unique volume introduces readers to the complex world of Yiddish-speaking immigrants while at the same time elucidating important themes and topics of interest to those in immigration studies, ethnic studies, labor history, and literary studies. Published in conjunction with the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research.

Author : Gary E. Machlis,Jonathan B. Jarvis
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2018-02-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780226542058

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The Future of Conservation in America by Gary E. Machlis,Jonathan B. Jarvis Pdf

"In this turbulent time for American's natural and cultural heritage, we need a clear and compelling guide for the future of conservation in America: a declaration to inspire the next generation of conservation leaders. This is that guide- what the authors describe as "a chart for rough water." Written by the first scientist appointed as science advisor to the director of the National Park Service, this is a candid, passionate, and ultimately hopeful book. The authors describe a unified vision of conservation that binds nature protection, historical preservation, sustainability, public health, civil rights and social justice, and science into a common cause- and offer real-world strategies for progress."--Book cover.

Author : Jonathan Safran Foer,Dave Eggers
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Social prediction
ISBN : 0241143128

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Future Dictionary of America by Jonathan Safran Foer,Dave Eggers Pdf

Imagine what a dictionary might look like about thirty years hence, when all of the world's problems are solved and our current dictionaries are a distant memory. Dave Eggers, Jonathan Safran Foer and Nicole Krauss have lined up an incredible array of writers to bring you that futuristic dictionary and a vision of the world as it might be. Think of it as a dictionary of language for describing what the future could look like a dictionary that is both useful and romantic, hopeful and necessary, pragmatic and idealistic, and frequently funny. This is science fiction but with a difference.

Author : Laurie Graham
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2008-11-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780446550192

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The Future Homemakers of America by Laurie Graham Pdf

In the tradition of Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood, this moving novel, filled with warmth, wit, and wisdom, is about a group of women who discover—over the course of 40 turbulent years—the nature of true friendship. Stationed at a U.S. Air Force base in Norfolk, England in 1952, a group of “Yankee wives” are thrown together by nothing more than husbands who patrol the skies keeping the Soviets at bay. They seem to have little in common; some, like Pie Crust Queen Betty Gillis, are content to clip coupons and bake chocolate brownies, while others, like good-time girl Lois Moon, look for a little excitement beyond the perimeter fence. But the women soon discover similarities, from a common fear for their husbands to a desire to help out the war-ravaged British natives. Through marriage and divorce, separations and reunions, the gang will try to hold fast to each other in a story that takes us to the heart of female friendship— and reveals the secret of the perfect Three Color Refrigerator Cake.

Author : United States. Congress. Joint Economic Committee. Subcommittee on Education and Health
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 940 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Health planning
ISBN : MINN:31951D002970517

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The Future of Health Care in America by United States. Congress. Joint Economic Committee. Subcommittee on Education and Health Pdf

Author : H. G. Wells
Publisher : Lindhardt og Ringhof
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2022-04-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9788726596649

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The Future in America by H. G. Wells Pdf

‘The Future in America’ is a travelogue that contains the impressions of H. G. Wells from his visits to the United States as well as his unique views on subjects like corruption, injustice, and social relations. The author provides a balanced and insightful view of early 20th century America, praising its progressiveness and creativity. On the other hand, Wells’ sharp wit never fails to criticise unfair labour practices and racial issues. Wells met with suffragette Jane Addams, civil rights activist Booker T. Washington, and President Theodore Roosevelt during his travels and he provides incredible insight into their beliefs. ‘The Future in America’ remains relevant as many of the issues discussed still plague modern society and the prescient Wells predicted that America would become a country divided between ‘rich and poor’. Wells provides beautiful descriptions of his travels while discussing larger themes with nuance and a unique perspective. This book is the perfect read for fans of Anthony Bourdain or John Steinbeck. H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a celebrated English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’ influence cannot be overstated for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. A four-time Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, from religion to social criticism and beyond. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel ‘The Time Machine’, the sci-fi adventure novel ‘The Island of Dr. Moreau’, and the mankind-versus-aliens novel ‘The War of the Worlds’. Wells occupies one of the central seats in the canon of science-fiction literature and his writing inspired other celebrated authors such as Ray Bradbury and Philip K. Dick. Wells’ stories are still widely read to this day and have had numerous cinematic adaptations including ‘The Invisible Man’ starring Elisabeth Moss.

Author : H. G. Wells
Publisher : Musaicum Books
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2017-11-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9788027231775

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THE FUTURE IN AMERICA (Illustrated) by H. G. Wells Pdf

"The Future in America -A Search After Realities" is a 1906 travel essay by H. G. Wells recounting his impressions from the first of half a dozen visits he would make to the United States. Table of contents: Chapter I. The Prophetic Habit Of Mind Chapter II. Material Progress Chapter III. New York Chapter IV. Growth Invincible Chapter V. The Economic Process Chapter VI. Some Aspects Of American Wealth Chapter VII. Certain Workers Chapter VIII. Corruption Chapter IX. The Immigrant Chapter X. State-Blindness Chapter XI. Two Studies In Disappointment Chapter XII. The Tragedy Of Color Chapter XIII. The Mind Of A Modern State Chapter XIV. Culture Chapter XV. At Washington The Envoy Herbert George "H. G." Wells (1866 – 1946) was an English writer, now best known for his work in the science fiction genre. He was also a prolific writer in many other genres, including contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary, even writing textbooks and rules for war games. Wells was now considered to be one of the world's most important political thinkers and during the 1920s and 30s he was in great demand as a contributor to newspapers and journals.

Author : Jerome A. Chanes,Mark Silk
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2023-04-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783031249907

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The Future of Judaism in America by Jerome A. Chanes,Mark Silk Pdf

This book explores the state of the American Jewish world in the early 21st century, after decades of accelerating change that has transformed it and all other religious groups in the United States. It reveals a community in an unparalleled state of flux grappling with a society in which religious identity is more and more considered an individual choice, rather than an inheritance, and where fewer adults feel impelled to identify with any religious tradition at all. In chapters written by leading experts, the book examines the community’s evolving demographics, the direction of the principal denominational movements, contemporary religious trends, interactions with other American religious communities and engagements in the country’s secular politics. This text uniquely covers all these aspects of Judaism in America making it appealing to students and researchers in such fields as the sociology of religion, Judaism, and American history.

Author : Institute of Medicine,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Committee on Disability in America
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 619 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2007-10-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309104722

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The Future of Disability in America by Institute of Medicine,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Committee on Disability in America Pdf

The future of disability in America will depend on how well the U.S. prepares for and manages the demographic, fiscal, and technological developments that will unfold during the next two to three decades. Building upon two prior studies from the Institute of Medicine (the 1991 Institute of Medicine's report Disability in America and the 1997 report Enabling America), The Future of Disability in America examines both progress and concerns about continuing barriers that limit the independence, productivity, and participation in community life of people with disabilities. This book offers a comprehensive look at a wide range of issues, including the prevalence of disability across the lifespan; disability trends the role of assistive technology; barriers posed by health care and other facilities with inaccessible buildings, equipment, and information formats; the needs of young people moving from pediatric to adult health care and of adults experiencing premature aging and secondary health problems; selected issues in health care financing (e.g., risk adjusting payments to health plans, coverage of assistive technology); and the organizing and financing of disability-related research. The Future of Disability in America is an assessment of both principles and scientific evidence for disability policies and services. This book's recommendations propose steps to eliminate barriers and strengthen the evidence base for future public and private actions to reduce the impact of disability on individuals, families, and society.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Select Committee on Small Business. Subcommittee on Small Business Problems in Smaller Towns and Urban Areas
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Small business
ISBN : LOC:00186934416

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The Future of Smalltown and Rural America by United States. Congress. House. Select Committee on Small Business. Subcommittee on Small Business Problems in Smaller Towns and Urban Areas Pdf

Author : Keisha N. Blain
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2024-02-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781324065616

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Wake Up America: Black Women on the Future of Democracy by Keisha N. Blain Pdf

From the coeditor of the best-selling Four Hundred Souls, a galvanizing anthology for those seeking to build an inclusive democracy. In 1968, civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer called for Americans to “wake up” if they wanted to “make democracy a reality.” Today, as Black communities continue to face challenges built on centuries of discrimination, her plea is increasingly urgent. In this exhilarating anthology of original essays, Keisha N. Blain brings together the voices of major progressive Black women politicians, grassroots activists, and intellectuals to offer critical insights on how we can create a more equitable political future. These women draw on their diverse experiences and expertise to speak to three core themes: claiming civil and human rights, building political and economic power, and combating all forms of hate. We hear from Black Lives Matter cofounder Alicia Garza, who argues that Black communities must organize to wield increased political power; EMILYs List president Laphonza Butler, who spells out ways to fight for women’s reproductive rights; and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, who delineates practical, thorough steps toward tangible reparations. Additional incisive essays include those by former Ohio State Senator Nina Turner; prison abolitionist Mariame Kaba; disability rights activist Andraéa LaVant; Boston’s first woman and first Black mayor, Kim Michelle Janey; and others at the forefront of the ongoing fight for social justice. In addressing our most pressing issues and providing key takeaways, Wake Up America serves as a blueprint for the steps we can take right now and in the years to come.

Author : Derek Curtis Bok
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Education
ISBN : UOM:39015017941660

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Universities and the Future of America by Derek Curtis Bok Pdf

Former Harvard president Bok asks what universities can do to promote higher levels of ethical responsibility and help the nation address its urgent social problems and its competitive international position.

Author : Agustín A. Gordillo
Publisher : Agustín Gordillo
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Democracy
ISBN : 9781904673002

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The Future of Latin America by Agustín A. Gordillo Pdf

Assumes that corruption is the root of Latin America's economic, social and political problems. Proposes the creation of a supranational Inter-American State comprising those Latin American countries willing or in need to participate, with the added minority and participation of representatives of both the European Union and the United States, in order to obtain mutual and external aid in good public governance.

Author : Ronald Reagan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 8 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Government publications
ISBN : MINN:31951002953651K

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America's vision of the future by Ronald Reagan Pdf

Author : Mark Silk,Christopher White
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783030799038

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The Future of Metaphysical Religion in America by Mark Silk,Christopher White Pdf

This collection of essays by leading scholars explores the present, dynamic state of metaphysical religion in America. It includes chapters that: put survey data on this growing group in context; clarify definitional issues in the study of spirituality in general and metaphysical spirituality in particular; and assess the networks, conferences, rituals, festivals, retreat centers and periodicals recently developed by metaphysicals. The contributors discuss characteristic practices of mental healing and meditation, and show the reach of metaphysical ideas into public spaces and popular media cultures. One particular chapter also addresses the growing controversy over the legitimacy of metaphysical individuals and movements that appropriate elements of Native American and Asian religious beliefs and practices to enrich or sustain their own practice. This rich collection appeals to students, researchers, professionals and the layperson interested in knowing more about the history and more importantly the direction that American metaphysical religion is taking.