Charting the World
Geography and Maps from Cave Paintings to GPS with 21 Activities
Tells the fascinating history of maps and mapmaking, etc.
Richard Panchyk Ordre des livres (chronologique)
Richard Panchyk est auteur ou éditeur de 14 livres sur des sujets variés, notamment des ouvrages de vulgarisation pour enfants (sciences, histoire, art, politique/gouvernement) et des ouvrages pour adultes (histoire et folklore). Ses œuvres ont été traduites en quatre langues. Il se concentre sur la fourniture d'informations attrayantes et accessibles aux jeunes lecteurs, souvent à travers des thèmes historiques et l'inclusion d'éléments visuels. Son travail vise à rendre l'histoire et la science compréhensibles et intéressantes pour un public plus large.
Catholic New York City
- 130pages
- 5 heures de lecture
Exploring the rich tapestry of Catholic life in New York City, this book highlights the growth of the Catholic population from 200,000 to over 1.2 million between 1850 and 1900, driven by waves of European immigration. It chronicles significant milestones, including the establishment of the first Catholic church in the 1780s and the completion of St. Patrick's Cathedral in 1879. The narrative also delves into the diverse personalities, places, and events that have shaped the city's Catholic identity over the past two centuries.
German New York City
- 128pages
- 5 heures de lecture
Focusing on the vibrant legacy of German immigrants in New York City, the book explores their journey from 19th- and 20th-century Europe to America. It highlights the peak immigration periods of the 1850s and 1880s, when New York became home to a significant German-born population. The establishment of Kleindeutschland, or Little Germany, in downtown Manhattan is examined, along with the community's later migration to Yorkville and other boroughs, showcasing the enduring influence of German culture in the city.