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Sandler, Martin W.

Island of Hope: The Story of Ellis Island and the Journey to America

144 pp. | Scholastic | March, 2004 | Trade ISBN 0-439-53082-2 $$18.95
(3) 4-6 Focusing on the years 1892–1918, when Ellis Island was the principal gateway for immigration to the U.S., this book explains the motivation, transportation, and examinations that were the first experiences of millions of immigrants. The text incorporates quotations, including those following later lives of a few immigrants, and captioned black-and-white photos authenticate the details. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

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