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A moving exploration of the origins and fate of the little-known Chinese passengers aboard the Titanicand how they survived against all odds. When the Titanic sank on a cold night in 1912, barely 700 people escaped with their lives. Among them were six Chinese men. Arriving in New York, these...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER An intimate and no-holds-barred memoir by Canada's top defence lawyer, Nothing But the Truth weaves Marie Henein's personal story with her strongly held views on society's most pressing issues, legal and otherwise. With Nothing But the Truth, Marie Henein, arguably the most...

“After the Border: 42 Eye-Opening, Shocking, Crazy, Happy & Fun Stories from a Retired U.S. Immigration Officer” embarks on a journey into the hidden corners of the American immigration system, shedding light on the often obscured stories of individuals who manipulate this pathway for their own gain. It unravels the narratives of those who employ fraudulent marriages as a means to secure entry into the United States, exploiting the compassionate and welcoming nature of a nation built by immigrants.

Nederland presenteert zich graag als gastvrij en tolerant land, maar hoe wordt daar door nieuwkomers over gedacht? In deze reeks vertellen Nederlanders en niet-Nederlanders over hun ervaringen als migrant; over cultuurverschillen, integratie, misverstanden, geluk, familie en de liefde. Je hoort hoe hun kennismaking met een nieuwe cultuur is verlopen en hoe zij terugzien op het land waar zij vandaan komen.

WINNER OF THE ABIA AUDIOBOOK OF THE YEAR 2020 In 2013, Kurdish journalist Behrouz Boochani was illegally detained on Manus Island. This book is the result. Laboriously tapped out on a mobile phone and translated from the Farsi. It is a voice of witness, an act of survival. A lyric firsthand...

Now a middle-aged dad, Ali has become one of the foremost and funniest public intellectuals in America. In Go Back to Where You Came From, he tackles the dangers of Islamophobia, white supremacy, and chocolate hummus, peppering personal stories with astute insights into national security, immigration, and pop culture. In this refreshingly bold, hopeful, and uproarious memoir, Ali offers indispensable lessons for cultivating a more compassionate, inclusive, and delicious America.

Ein Plädoyer für Zusammenhalt, Sisterhood und den Mut, laut zu sein: Das erste Hörbuch der Aktivistin Hamadan Hasun (@hami.hsn). Die Familiengeschichte einer Flucht aus dem Irak und dem Neuanfang in Deutschland. Als Jesiden vor dem Genozid im Irak geflohen, musste sich Hamis Familie aus dem Nichts eine neue Existenz aufbauen. Was sie rettete, war ihre Sisterhood: starke Frauen, die einander unterstützen, anstatt miteinander zu konkurrieren.

Experience the raw realities of human migration and global border control through moving stories of survival and hope. Perfect for an engaging daily commute, this deeply empathetic sociological journey transforms abstract political debates into urgent human struggles. Witness the perilous...

Uncover the turbulent global history of belonging, human rights, and the invisible borders dividing our societies. Perfect for a thought-provoking commute, this immersive audio journey reveals how communities have drawn lines between insiders and outsiders from ancient city-states to the digital...

Trace the epic global history of human migration to understand how shifting borders forged our modern world. Whether you are seeking a thought-provoking listen for your daily commute or diving into deep focus learning, this journey reveals that mobility is not a modern anomaly, but the...

Experience the immersive urban history of a sanctuary built by exiles, forging Morocco's ultimate cultural crossroads. Perfect for your daily commute or an armchair travel escape, this atmospheric journey traces twelve centuries of migration, human resilience, and architectural triumph. Walk...

Discover the gripping urban history of a muddy colonial outpost that transformed into a sprawling global metropolis. Perfect for your morning commute, this immersive narrative guides you through centuries of Indigenous trade routes, fragile settlements, and boomtown industry. Experience a...

Dive into the dramatic urban history of a muddy colonial outpost that transformed into a global multicultural metropolis. Perfect for your daily commute or a reflective city walk, this engaging narrative brings centuries of migration, political riots, and architectural triumphs to life. Listen...

Dive into the epic world history of Aotearoa, where relentless waves of migration clashed to forge a modern nation. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive historical narrative explores the dramatic cultural encounters that shaped the Pacific's final frontier. Transform your focused...

Shadows in Paradise: The Dark History of the CNMI Guest Worker Program explores one of the most overlooked chapters of modern American history. For decades, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), a U.S. territory in the Western Pacific, operated a labor system that brought tens of thousands of foreign workers from countries such as the Philippines, China, Bangladesh, and others to build its economy.

In The Alien, reformer and former U.S. immigration official Frederic C. Howe challenges the fear, prejudice, and economic exploitation surrounding immigration in early twentieth-century America. Howe argues that the so-called “immigration problem” is fundamentally economic rather than racial...

From the scent of sawdust in a small Danish workshop to the bustling business world of America, Immigrant Entrepreneurship in America: Insights from the Journey to Success tells the remarkable true story of Gorm Tuxen—a man who built his dreams one risk, one lesson, and one leap of faith at a time. Raised by a hardworking father in postwar Denmark, Gorm learned early the values of discipline, craftsmanship, and perseverance. When life’s challenges pushed him to start over, he set his sights on a new world—America.

See how a controversial French engineering marvel survived fierce financial battles to define American democracy forever. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive historical journey transports you from the political salons of 19th-century Paris to the muddy shores of New York Harbor...

An evocative diaspora memoir exploring a poignant search for belonging amidst a nation's devastating collapse. Perfect for anyone wrestling with homesickness or the complexities of life abroad, this intergenerational saga sweeps from rural homesteads to the red-dusted streets of Harare. It...

Master your expat relocation and conquer culture shock with this practical guide to moving overseas. Whether you are navigating a major life transition, seeking remote work freedom, or planning a tranquil retirement abroad, this calm and reassuring roadmap eliminates the guesswork. Step into...