American by Choice: The Syrian Colony of Jacksonville, FloridaThis narrative covers Syrian immigration to America by following the authors families of Nicholas, David, Ladkani, Yeager, Yazigi, Tubel, and Tabbal through their own experience at the turn of the last century. Numerous charts, maps, photos, and careful documentation accompany the text for a thorough look into what life was like in Syria and the various reasons for immigration. The reader will be pleased to learn of the integrity of these people and