Ideas defer to no border—least of all the idea of belonging. So where does one belong, and what does belonging even mean, when a border inscribes one’s identity? This dilemma, so critical to the ethnic Mexican community, is at the heart of Homeland, an intellectual, cultural, and literary history of belonging in ethnic Mexican thought through the twentieth century.Belonging, as Aaron E. Sánchez’s sees it, is an interwoven collection of ideas that defines human connectednes...

In the annals of Canadian history, the construction of the transcontinental railway stands as a monumental achievement. "Chronicles of Canada Volume 32 - The Railway Builders" by Oscar D. Skelton chronicles this epic endeavor, capturing the spirit of innovation, determination, and sacrifice that shaped a nation. From the visionaries who conceived the project to the laborers who toiled tirelessly, Skelton paints a vivid portrait of the challenges and triumphs that marked this transformative...

In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of J. R. R. Tolkien, author and forefather of the fantasy genre.Little John experienced lots of change in his life from a young age. Moving from South Africa to a big city in England, he longed for the nature he grew up around. After the death of both of his parents, John found comfort in telling stories and building imaginary worlds with his friends. And he contin...

In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of J. R. R. Tolkien, author and forefather of the fantasy genre.Little John experienced lots of change in his life from a young age. Moving from South Africa to a big city in England, he longed for the nature he grew up around.After the death of both of his parents, John found comfort in telling stories and building imaginary worlds with hi...