The Wretched of the Earth and Me by Minerva Davis (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Wretched of the Earth and Me by Minerva Davis A lively and poignant memoir, The Wretched of the Earth and Me tells of Minerva Daviss life as a young immigrant and Communist activist. In the wake of World War I and the death of her father, Minerva, known as Minnie, boards a ship with her mother and sisters for the life-changing journey from Romania to Canada. They settle in Toronto, where twelve year-old Minnie starts work in a paper box factory. With the Depression looming, her schooling is cut short by the need to earn her keep. A spirited teenager with a love of learning, Minnie finds new friends and a cause to fight for with the Young Communist League. Against the wishes of her family she throws herself into organising rallies, supporting striking workers and dodging the attentions of the Mounties. Its a hand-to-mouth, all-consuming existence. But as the original revolutionary dream of the Soviet Union becomes bloodied by Stalins purges, can Minnie hold on to her ideals? First published at a time when the Communist superpowers were crumbling, The Wretched of the Earth and Me gives a clear voice to the real people behind the politics, those who lived through a turbulent yet hope-filled period of 20th-century history. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A lively and poignant memoir, The Wretched of the Earth and Me tells of Minerva Daviss life as a young immigrant and Communist activist. In the wake of World War I and the death of her father, Minerva, known as Minnie, boards a ship with her mother and sisters for the life-changing journey from Romania to Canada. They settle in Toronto, where twelve year-old Minnie starts work in a paper box factory. With the Depression looming, her schooling is cut short by the need to earn her keep. A spirited teenager with a love of learning, Minnie finds new friends and a cause to fight for with the Young Communist League. Against the wishes of her family she throws herself into organising rallies, supporting striking workers and dodging the attentions of the Mounties. Its a hand-to-mouth, all-consuming existence. But as the original revolutionary dream of the Soviet Union becomes bloodied by Stalins purges, can Minnie hold on to her ideals? First published at a time when the Communist superpowers were crumbling, The Wretched of the Earth and Me gives a clear voice to the real people behind the politics, those who lived through a turbulent yet hope-filled period of 20th-century history. Details ISBN1906600112 Author Minerva Davis Year 2008 ISBN-10 1906600112 ISBN-13 9781906600112 Media Book Format Paperback Publication Date 2008-07-14 Short Title WRETCHED OF THE EARTH & ME Pages 202 Publisher Jeremy Mills Publishing Language English Imprint Jeremy Mills Publishing Place of Publication Huddersfield Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY B UK Release Date 2008-07-14 AU Release Date 2008-07-14 NZ Release Date 2008-07-14 Illustrations black & white illustrations Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:78524800;

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