An Invisible Minority: Brazilians in New York City

An Invisible Minority: Brazilians in New York City

In the mid-1980s, a relatively new immigrant stream from Brazil began to arrive in New York City. Like other immigrant populations, many of the new arrivals were undocumented, but, unlike other groups, most were from middle-class backgrounds and few wished to extend their stay beyond a few years.

  • ASIN: 0813033233
  • ISBN: 0813033233
  • Brand: Brand: University Press of Florida
  • Manufacturer: University Press of Florida

Timberland Women's Nellie Double Waterproof Ankle Boot,Wheat Yellow,6.5 M US

Timberland Women's Nellie Double Waterproof Ankle Boot,Wheat Yellow,6.5 M US

Rugged with the perfect touch of femininity, the Nellie Chukka from Timberland® will take you on your next adventure. Waterproof full-grain leather uppers with a round toe. Easy lace-up closure with laces made from 100% PET (recycled plastic bottles). Rustproof hardware. Cushioned and removable footbeds for added comfort. Anti-fatigue midsole uses geometric cone support to provide standing comfort, shock-absorption and energy return. Rubber lug outsole offers durability and maximum traction. Breathable mesh linings and footbed covers are made from recycled plastic bottles. Imported. Measurements: Heel Height: 1 in Weight: 1 lb 4 oz Shaft: 4 in Platform Height: 1⁄2 in Product measurements were taken using size 7.5, width B - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size. Weight of footwear is based on a single item, not a pair.

  • UPC: 000907914103
  • ASIN: B005B8B1TU
  • Brand: Timberland
  • Size: 6.5
  • Manufacturer: Timberland

Guards! Guards!: A Novel of Discworld

Guards! Guards!: A Novel of Discworld

Welcome to Guards! Guards!, the eighth book in Terry Pratchett’s legendary Discworld series.Long believed extinct, a superb specimen of draco nobilis ("noble dragon" for those who don't understand italics) has appeared in Discworld's greatest city. Not only does this unwelcome visitor have a nasty habit of charbroiling everything in its path, in rather short order it is crowned King (it is a noble dragon, after all...). How did it get there? How is the Unique and Supreme Lodge of the Elucidated Brethren of the Ebon Night involved? Can the Ankh-Morpork City Watch restore order – and the Patrician of Ankh-Morpork to power?Magic, mayhem, and a marauding dragon...who could ask for anything more?

  • ASIN: B000UVBT7M
  • Manufacturer: HarperCollins e-books

The Lords of Baseball: A Wry Look at a Side of the Game the Fan Seldom Sees - The Front Office

The Lords of Baseball: A Wry Look at a Side of the Game the Fan Seldom Sees - The Front Office

Over his long career covering the Brooklyn Dodgers Harold Parrott witnessed the moguls of baseball's Golden Era firsthand and shares many unforgettable stories about his encounters. Funny and irreverent, this richly anecdotal memoir will be enjoyed by any sports fan who's ever wondered about the goings-on in big-league baseball's inner circle and how the important decisions are made.

  • UPC: 797993268240
  • ASIN: 1563526824
  • ISBN: 1563526824
  • Brand: Brand: Taylor Trade Publishing
  • Manufacturer: Longstreet Press

A Hundred Thousand Worlds: A Novel

A Hundred Thousand Worlds: A Novel

  • ASIN: 0399562214
  • ISBN: 0399562214
  • Manufacturer: Viking

Hot Chillys Men's Fly Bottom Peachskins Noche X-Large

Hot Chillys Men's Fly Bottom Peachskins Noche X-Large

Hot Chillys Size Guide Silky and peachy keen, these ‘Fly Bottom Peachskins' will help to keep you nice and toasty on those cold winter days. Snug fitting. Lightweight, Peachskins fabric delivers warmth and moisture management in a silky soft design that has been lightly 'peached' for added softness against the skin. Flatlock seams reduce chafing and increase comfort. Elastic waist with brand logo throughout. Gusset eases movement and reduces seam bulk. Functional fly. 100% polyester. Machine wash cold, line dry. Imported. If you're not fully satisfied with your purchase, you are welcome to return any unworn and unwashed items with tags intact and original packaging included.

  • UPC: 614996911426
  • ASIN: B079MDGP24
  • Brand: Hot Chillys
  • Size: X-Large
  • Manufacturer: Hot Chillys

The Hunt

The Hunt

Brand New! 3D cover. First Tor Printing 1988. Pages light tanning due to age. ships 1st class + tracking NO additional charge

  • ASIN: 0812520939
  • ISBN: 0812520939
  • Brand: Brand: Tor Books
  • Manufacturer: Tor Books

Miss Julia Raises the Roof: A Novel

Miss Julia Raises the Roof: A Novel

The nineteenth installment of the beloved and New York Times bestselling Miss Julia seriesWith her husband Sam off on a trip to Europe, Miss Julia reckons it's about time to roll up her sleeves and be of some use to her community. It's then that she hears that the nosy do-gooder Madge Taylor and the new pastor Rucker are embarking on a mission to buy up the vacant house next door to Hazel Marie and establish a group home for wayward teenagers. No stranger to taking in the down-and-out herself, Miss Julia is shocked to learn Madge and the pastor are keeping the project a secret. When Miss Julia and Hazel Marie start investigating, though, they uncover a far less philanthropic plot for the house that even Madge doesn't know about--one that could change the quiet, peaceful neighborhood forever. Miss Julia must band together with friends and neighbors to take on nosy Madge and her steamrolling plans, while still being helpful to those in need in another entertaining installment of Ann B. Ross's bestselling series.

  • ASIN: B073TK3V4B
  • Brand: Unknown
  • Manufacturer: Penguin Books

Winter at Mustang Ridge

Winter at Mustang Ridge

Warm up with this heartfelt romance in the Mustang Ridge series... Grateful to her twin for keeping Mustang Ridge in the family, Jenny Skye agrees to return home for a month so her sister can get away. It’s the middle of winter, and only a few year-round staffers, her family, and the animals will be there. But the globe-trotting videographer is soon in way over her head at the dude ranch dealing with reservations, her redecorating-obsessed mother, and the town's hunky new veterinarian. Despite his adventurous past, Nick Masterson is putting down roots in Mustang Ridge. When a stray dog, a missing family member, and a snowstorm conspire to throw him and Jenny together, there's no denying the blaze of attraction. But can a relationship that began in the heat of the moment turn into something more for a woman who's always been eager to put her hometown behind her?

  • ASIN: B00DYX9NHG
  • Manufacturer: Berkley

Zero Hour: Book 1 in the Thrilling Post-Apocalyptic Survival Series: (Zero Hour - Book 1)

Zero Hour: Book 1 in the Thrilling Post-Apocalyptic Survival Series: (Zero Hour - Book 1)

A devastating attack. A family separated. A desperate struggle to survive.Jackson Block is trapped far from his family and those he loves when a rogue state unleashes a devastating attack on the United States. To reunite with his loved ones he must fight through streets that have turned into a war zone as survivors and government agents alike threaten not only his existence, but that of the entire nation.Zero Hour is a near-future, what-if tale of the apocalypse told through a frighteningly realistic lens. Zero Hour is a 6-part novel-length post-apocalyptic survival thriller series that asks one simple question: do you have what it takes to survive? The story follows the unleashing of a bio-weapon on an unsuspecting American populace, killing hundreds of millions in the blink of an eye. This post-apocalyptic thriller is written as a collaboration between Justin Bell and #1 bestselling post-apocalyptic author Mike Kraus. Zero Hour is a gripping post-apoc thrill ride that takes a unique look at the post-apocalyptic genre and will leave you breathless with every turn of the page. Filled with intense, heart-pumping action, this series will be released at a rate of approximately one book per month.

  • ASIN: B07G25MT5L
  • Manufacturer: Muonic Press Inc