The Log Book of a Young Immigrant (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Larson, Laurence M.

 
9780282976132: The Log Book of a Young Immigrant (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A compelling glimpse into a Norwegian immigrant’s coming‑of‑age in America, in the pages of The Log Book of a Young Immigrant. Set against the backdrop of Drake University and Des Moines, this memoir follows a student who navigates culture, education, and identity as he builds a new place in the United States while staying connected to his past.

The book offers a clear, personal view of early Americanization: the challenges of college life, the role of teachers and classmates, and the social currents of a changing town. It balances hard work, hopes for a career, and moments of homesickness, all rooted in a careful consideration of heritage and belonging.


  • Tracks the student’s first year at Drake University, including courses, faculty, and the push to adapt to American higher education.

  • Shows how friendships form, how social life unfolds, and how a sense of community grows in Des Moines.

  • Explores themes of Americanization, language use, religion, and the tension between old and new cultural identities.

  • Highlights personal milestones, like forming lasting friendships, joining student groups, and pursuing academic goals.



Ideal for readers interested in immigrant experiences, American education history, and the social life of early 20th‑century university communities.

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9780266605553: The Log Book of a Young Immigrant (Classic Reprint)

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0266605559 ISBN 13 :  9780266605553
Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018
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