The survival of immigrants in America

Letter from America by Alistair Cooke

A 1930's tourist guide describing Boston's demographic make-up makes Alistair Cooke reflect on how immigrants survive and prosper in America.

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Fri 11 Mar 199421:00

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Fri 11 Mar 199421:00
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