Americans of Italian Heritage

by Margherita Marchione

Overview

This volume memorializes the accomplishments of key figures among the Italian-Americans of the twentieth century. They are the descendants of Italian immigrants and, through their achievements, bear witness to the sacrifice and valor of their forefathers. The men and women featured are different from one another in personality and profession. They are contemporary people, highly energetic and intensely involved in achieving their goals and making a contribution to the American dream. They have the capacity to inspire others by their dedication, and strive to help build and shape our nation.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780819198266
Publisher:	University Press of America
Publication date:	03/21/1995
Pages:	246
Product dimensions:	5.34(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.73(d)

About the Author

Margherita Marchione is Professor Emerita of Italian Language and Literature at Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Editorial Reviews

...instructive and delightful...I have a term for books which fascinate me [as this one does:] All night stand books which means that I cannot retire until I have finished the book.

Rev. Msgr. William N. Field

...instructive and delightful...I have a term for books which fascinate me [as this one does: ] "All night stand books" which means that I cannot retire until I have finished the book.--Rev. Msgr. William N. Field, Seton Hall University

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