Description: Greek-American Pioneer Women of Illinois by Elaine Thomopoulous, published by Arcadia 2000 (First Edition)Great volume on the history of five Greek women who emigrated to the United States. Features rarely seen vintage and archival photographs.Greek-American Pioneer Women of Illinois, produced through the Greek Women's University Club, chronicles the struggles and triumphs, the pathos and joy of five women who emigrated to the United States from 1885 to 1923: Georgia Bitzis Pooley, Presbytera Stella Christoulakis Petrakis, Theano Papazoglou Margaris, Venette Tomaras Askounes Ashford, and Senator Adeline J. Geo-Karis. With over 125 historic photos and documents which span the years 1885 to 2000, this book showcases the life stories of immigrant pioneer women, their families, friends, and the emerging Greek-American community of Illinois. Greek women pioneers faced a difficult life when they arrived in the xenetia ("strange land") from the rural farms of Greece. They did not speak English, and were bewildered by crowded Chicago and the alien culture. Yet these brave, spirited women triumphed over adversity and embraced their adopted country to become exemplary citizens. Softcover, 128 pages, 9 x 6.5". Fine condition.
Price: 7.99 USD
Location: Chicago, Illinois
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Binding: Softcover, Wraps
Special Attributes: 1st Edition
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Topic: American (US)
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Subject: History
Year Printed: 2000
