Americans by adoption : $b Brief biographies of great citizens born in foreign lands

"Americans by Adoption" by Joseph Husband is a collection of short stories that tells the story of immigrants who came to America and did great things is a book that explores immigration, identity, and the chance to make a difference in America long ago. The book starts off by telling on the reasons why people moved to the United States, they wanted to be known for their skill and wanted to help make the country better. Readers witness the obstacles and triumphs of Stephen Girard, a French immigrant who became a successful merchant in Philadelphia. Girard's experiences highlight the themes of opportunity and the immigrant experience in America.