Synopsis
"A celebration of photography as well as a document of the place, Ellis Island contains images by such well-known photographers as Jerry Uelsmann and Emmet Gowin. Filled with dozens of family portraits and both historic and contemporary documentary photos, the book resists the temptation for superficial flag-waving, instead providing a thoughtful and loving portrait of this sacred landmark in the American soul." -- Los Angeles Times
Originally published to commemorate the reopening of Ellis Island to the public in 1990 after massive restoration, Ellis Island eloquently portrays the rich, multi-ethnic history of one of America's most significant immigration points.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Reviews
Comprising essays and 160 historical and contemporary photographs, this attractive volume offers an accessible record of Ellis Island--both a "Gateway to America" through which 14 million immigrants passed, and an "Island of Tears," where other would-be Americans were turned away, families split up according to arbitrary and discriminatory quotas and individuals detained or deported on account of illness, politics and, occasionally, appearance. One piece, by novelist Norman Kotker, recounts the immigration experience: the long, uncomfortable sea voyage; the first view of the Statue of Liberty; the waiting, scrutinization, tests, paperwork and, finally, the triumphant ferry ride to Manhattan. Shirley Burden explores an abandoned Ellis Island of the 1950s, this essay accompanied by hisshirley is a 'he'?/blame his mama.gs fantastic photos. Aperture editor Charles Hagen describes the symbolic dimensions of the gateway, while architectural historian Robert Twombly assesses the restored landmark. Included also are affecting memories of immigrants. Jonas co-edited Forced Out .
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Ellis Island: Echoes From A Nation's Past
Stock Image
Ellis Island: Echoes From A Nation's Past
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Seller Inventory # N01P-00063
Stock Image
Ellis Island : Echoes from a Nation's Past
Published by
Aperture Foundation, Incorporated, 2005
ISBN 10: 0893813966
ISBN 13: 9780893813963
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. 1St Edition. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 14825576-6
Stock Image
Ellis Island: Echoes From A Nation's Past
Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_467620558
Stock Image
Ellis Island: Echoes From A Nation's Past
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0893813966I4N01
Stock Image
Ellis Island: Echoes from a Nation's Past
Published by
New York, New York, U.S.A.: Aperture, 1989
ISBN 10: 0893813966
ISBN 13: 9780893813963
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Rob the Book Man, Vancouver, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Large hardback in near fine condition with very good minus dust jacket. Two very small closed tears on dust jacket. Dust jacket price clipped. Seller Inventory # 620695
Stock Image
Ellis Island: Echoes From A Nation's Past
Seller: HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_452104107
Stock Image
Ellis Island: Echoes From A Nation's Past
Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_461760267
Seller Image
Ellis Island: Echoes from a Nation's Past
Published by
Aperture, New York, New York, U.S.A., 1989
ISBN 10: 0893813966
ISBN 13: 9780893813963
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: H.S. Bailey, Fort Myers, FL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. no edition or printing stated assume 1st, slightest of edge wear to dj, photographs of Ellis Island, historical and recent as of publishing date, black & white and color by numerous photographers. Seller Inventory # FSR-1085
Stock Image
Ellis Island: Echoes From A Nation's Past
Seller: Hennessey + Ingalls, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Used - Very Good. Very nice clean, tight copy free of any marks. Seller Inventory # 216004
Seller Image
Ellis Island. Echoes from a Nation's Past. [A Celebration of the Gateway to America]
Published by
Aperture Foundation, New York City, 1989
ISBN 10: 0893813966
ISBN 13: 9780893813963
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Antiquariat Weber, Hamburg, HH, Germany
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Halbleinen. Condition: Gut. 31,5 x 24,5 cm ; Großformatige englischsprachige Hardcoverausgabe, Halbleineneinband mit Schutzumschlag, 152 Seiten mit zahlreichen schönen und interessanten Abbildungen. Gutes Exemplar (good Condition). hw1219 ISBN: 0893813966. Seller Inventory # 114518
Buy Used
US$ 17.58
US$ 8.77 shipping
Ships from Germany to U.S.A.
Ships from Germany to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available