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Not So Far From Home: A Norwegian Correspondent In The Midwest-new
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Its Easy To Find Norway. Its That Long, Spoonshaped Country In Northwest Europe. But Norway Times Correspondent Roald Steen Knows That Norway Can Also Be Found Elsewhere . . . Right Smackdab In The Heart Of America! When The Thousands Of Norwegian Immigrants Sailed West To America In The 1800S And Early 1900S They Brought Along Not Only Their Material Belongings But Also Their Nordic Traditions And Heritage. This Rich Ethnic Spirit Continues To Live And Even Thrive In The Many Norwegian Settlements Throughout The United States. This Book Is A Compilation Of Stories That First Appeared In Mr. Steens Popular Column In The Then Brooklyn, New Yorkbased Newspaper, Norway Times. So, If You Were Unlucky Enough To Miss These Wonderful Stories The First Time Around, In That Publication, Then Heres Your Chance To Enjoy Americas Slice Of Norway From Someone Who Has A Love For Both Countries. To Give The Reader A Better Perspective Of Mr. Steens Native Norway, He Provides An Insiders View Of Many Littleknown, But Interesting Places, Customs And Events. As For His New Norway, The Heritagecommemorating Activities And Accomplishments Of The Norwegianamericans Are Reported With Objectivity And A Good Measure Of Pride. We Think You Will Agree That Roald Steen Is A Writer Who Is At Home In Either Of The Two Norways.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Not So Far From Home'? A: The book explores the experiences of Norwegian immigrants in America, highlighting how they maintained their cultural traditions and heritage in the Midwest.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Roald Steen, a Norwegian correspondent who shares his insights and stories from both Norway and the United States.
- Q: How many pages does 'Not So Far From Home' have? A: 'Not So Far From Home' contains 227 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Not So Far From Home' published? A: The book was published on September 1, 1993.
- Q: Is this book in new or used condition? A: The book is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: What type of content can readers expect in this book? A: Readers can expect a compilation of stories from Mr. Steen's column in the Norway Times, providing an insider's view of Norwegian culture and heritage in America.
- Q: Is there any specific audience this book is intended for? A: This book is ideal for those interested in Norwegian culture, immigrant stories, and the history of Norwegian-Americans.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: The product details do not specify if the book includes illustrations or photographs.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Not So Far From Home'? A: The title reflects the idea that Norwegian culture and identity can be found in the Midwest, connecting the immigrant experience with their homeland.