Icelanders in North America: The First Settlers - Thor, Jonas

As New; The mass Icelandic emigration of the 19th century was prompted by many factors, including natural disasters and the growth of nationalism. For many Icelanders, the challenge to preserve and celebrate their heritage meant migration to a new land, and from 1870 to 1914, there was a continuous stream of Icelanders to all parts of North America. The story of their adjustment to the new agriculture, climate, and society is one of perseverance, exploration, and, sometimes, even religious controversy. Jonas Thor provides a vivid portrait of the people and places that set the foundation for the Icelandic experience in North America.
As New
Soft cover
University of Manitoba Press
2002
Winnipeg, MB