Miss Bridie Chose a Shovel

When she left her home in Europe to immigrate to the United States, a young Miss Bridie was allowed to chose one personal item to bring with her to her new home. Her seemingly unusual choice, a small shovel, made all the difference in her new and happy life in America. Colored woodblock prints accompany the text. A New York Times Notable Book for 2004. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.