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Recounts the powerful experiences of Syrian refugee Doaa Zamel, who was cast adrift in a frigid sea with the children of drowned parents after their dangerously overcrowded ship sank, in an account that details what their experiences reveal about an ongoing international crisis.

A collection of essays from different points of view on sanctuary cities.

A collection of articles that provides varying perspectives on issues related to the deportation of immigrants from the United States.

"The story of a young Syrian refugee's attempt to reach Sweden, focusing on her ordeal in icy waters after the dilapidated fishing vessel in which she was traveling--along with 500 others--sinks"--OCLC.

Provides information on immigration in America, including the history, its link with the economy, government issues, and more.

"Covers the history of immigration and immigration law in the country and examines the pros and cons of immigration policies and their impact on society"--Amazon.com.

Presents a collection of essays selected from the New York Times that looks at immigration into the United States.

An introduction summarizes the history of immigration to the United States before World War II, and the six chapters that follow discuss major themes such as the development of immigration patterns, the changes in American immigration and naturalization policies, and the image of the "melting pot" versus the concept of pluralism. Charts, tables, maps, boxes featuring the human element in immigration, a chronology of immigration policy, and an index are also included.

"A journalist chronicles the next chapter in civil rights--the story of a movement and a nation, witnessed through the poignant and inspiring experiences of five young undocumented activists who are transforming society's attitudes toward one of the most contentious political matters roiling America today: immigration."--Amazon.