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Islands Born of Fire: Aeolians on America’s Coasts

Written by Thomasina Larson

They came from a tiny group of volcanic islands north of Sicily. They fled poverty, high taxes, the military draft, and crop failures. This third book about Aeolians in America highlights those immigrants who settled on the East and West coasts of America.

  • Uncover stories about Aeolian settlers on America’s coasts.
  • Read about some famous and not so famous Aeolian immigrants and their contributions to America life.
  • Find names and information on hundreds of Aeolians.