Since the beginning of the 20th century; St. Louis Greek-American community has been a vibrant part of the citys fabric. Through a series of vivid personal accounts of growing up in two worlds during the post-WWII era; Growing Up Greek in St. Louis explores the challenges faced by Greek-Americans as they sought to preserve a rich cultural heritage while assimilating to American ways.From a detailed account of her Grandmothers struggles during the occupation of Greece during WWII and the Asia Minor Holocaust to the first hand experiences faced by Greek-American children in Greek school; the celebration of name days; and the ever-present "evil eye;" the book captures the sense of tradition; history; hospitality (philotimo); and community so vital to the Greek experience.
#2366120 in eBooks 2005-11-30 2005-11-30File Name: B009CEAEXS
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