called
itself the "Journal of Civilization."
It lived up to its name by chronicling life in
countries throughout the world and by presenting a composite
portrait of American society.
This
website will make it possible to take a detailed look at the
various immigrant and ethnic groups that were a vital part of
American culture during the second half of the 19th century.
"The
Genie, slowly rolling himself out of the box in
the form of vapor, soon assumed his proper
proportions. The fisherman stood aghast on
beholding the gigantic size of the demon he had
liberated."Arabian
Nights' Entertainments.