The award-winning New York Times bestseller about the American women who secretly served as codebreakers during World War II--a "prodigiously researched and engrossing" (New York Times) book that "shines a light on a hidden chapter of American history" (Denver Post). Recruited by the U.S. Army and Navy from small towns and elite colleges, more than ten thousand women served as codebreakers during World War II. While their brothers and boyfriends took up arms, these women moved to Washington and learned the meticulous work of code-breaking. Their efforts shortened the war, saved countless lives, and gave them access to careers previously denied to them. A strict vow of secrecy nearly erased their efforts from history; now, through dazzling research and interviews with surviving code girls, bestselling author Liza Mundy brings to life this riveting and vital story of American courage, service, and scientific accomplishment.

What do you think of those Russian brides? What do they think of YOU? International marriages bring a substantial number of newcomers to the US and contribute to the transformation of the basic institution of society the family. When men are from Mars and women are aliens, the marital dynamic can be quite dramatic. A Russian-born journalist, Ms. Popova shines a blinding light on some of the amusing and amazing oddities that are revealed when an outsider takes a blunt look at how we live.

This book is written by academician of the National Academy of Design, famous American artist Serge Hollerbach. During World War II, as a Russian teenager, he was sent to a work camp in Nazi Germany, and after the war he refused to return to the Soviet Union. He immigrated to the United States, where he went from being a worker at a tie-making factory to an academician and national award laureate.He writes about exploring New York - its streets and boroughs, its interesting people and events. The characters of these essays are famous actors and artists, as well as ordinary Americans. His stories portray a brilliant sense of style, with the subtle humor of a real New Yorker. Hollerbach is a true artist of the Big Apple, both in painting and words. "New York on My Mind" is a memoir of an old immigrant, who found his homeland, his freedom, his talent, and his creative identity in America.The book is a distinctive story of the post-war and long-forgotten New York. Each story is an independent short work of art. There are many illustrations - Hollerbach's drawings created during the last 60 years.

Situated within today’s changing racial demographics, Family History in Black and White: A Novel traces two competitors – one white and one black – for the same position. Both are urban high school principals. Ultimately, both must reckon with a surprising twist in their histories.

Describes the life of the famous composer, who immigrated to the United States at age five and became inspired by the rhythms of jazz and blues in his new home.

Art is the great connector, as proven here in the stories these seven Eastern European female artists share about their work, their immigration experiences, and their acclimation into American culture. Victoria Averbukh, of Russian and Jewish descent, journalist by profession, knows firsthand what these women have faced, having come to the United States and raised American children while successfully keeping their Russian heritage alive. These seven artists all work in different mediums. Their work could not be more different; however, their shared experiences create a common thread, weaving their Eastern European roots into their American lifestyles. Their work on a whole is vibrant, colorful, and passionate. Victoria has chosen a group of women whose stories are as fascinating and powerful as the work they create. She has chosen well. Each of them makes the world a brighter, more beautiful place, and for that, we all must stand up and applaud! Nina Seigenfeld Velazquez, visual artist and curator, New York