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    Dreams and Nightmares takes a critical look at the challenges and dilemmas of immigration policy and practice in the absence of comprehensive immigration reform. The experiences of children and youth provide a prism through which the interwoven dynamics and consequences of immigration policy become apparent. Using a unique sociolegal perspective, authors Zatz and Rodriguez examine the mechanisms ... Read more

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    Latin America in the 1960s and 1970s underwent a profound and often violent process of social change. From the Cuban Revolution to the massive guerrilla movements in Argentina, Uruguay, Peru, Colombia, and most of Central America, to the democratic socialist experiment of Allende in Chile, to the increased popularity of socialist-oriented parties in Uruguay, or para-socialist movements, such as ... Read more

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    Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 12 (Unabridged)

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    Embark on a captivating journey through the vast tapestry of human mythology with "Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 12," narrated by a captivating cast including Yei Theodora Ozaki. This collection unveils timeless tales from cultures around the globe, whispering secrets of creation, heroes, and the divine. From the ancient Greek pantheon to the wisdom of indigenous Australian ... Read more

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