In the last twenty years, immigration has become one of the most contested issues in Western Europe. The arrival of Africans, Asians, Eastern Europeans and others in Italy has reversed earlier trends of emigration. Debate, political activity and violence have raised questions of rejection and integration, of anti-racism and the new racism. Studies of these issues commonly focus on political activity and the plight of minorities, but this book breaks new ground in its emphasis on the everyday reactions of Italians to immigration and related issues. Drawing on research carried out in Palermo, Jeffrey Cole considers the role of class, culture, local history and political economy in the ambivalent responses of Sicilians to immigrants. He places Italian attitudes in a European context, and investigates why anti-immigrant politics are concentrated in the wealthy Italian North.

In the last twenty years, immigration has become one of the most contested issues in Western Europe. The arrival of Africans, Asians, Eastern Europeans and others in Italy has reversed earlier trends of emigration. Debate, political activity and violence have raised questions of rejection and integration, of anti-racism and the new racism. Studies of these issues commonly focus on political activity and the plight of minorities, but this book breaks new ground in its emphasis on the everyday reactions of Italians to immigration and related issues. Drawing on research carried out in Palermo, Jeffrey Cole considers the role of class, culture, local history and political economy in the ambivalent responses of Sicilians to immigrants. He places Italian attitudes in a European context, and investigates why anti-immigrant politics are concentrated in the wealthy Italian North.

Stop guessing your way through dating... and start doing it God's way-without the confusion, frustration, or wasted time. Christian Dating Guide for Beginners is your straight-talking, no-fluff roadmap to building a relationship that actually honors God and leads somewhere real. Let s be honest. Modern dating is a mess. Mixed signals. Situationships. Talking stages that go nowhere. And if you re trying to stay true to your faith in the middle of it all? It can feel like you re playing a game with rules nobody explained. That s exactly why this guide exists. Inside these pages, you ll discover how to approach dating with clarity, confidence, and conviction without compromising your values or settling for less than what God intends for you. This isn t vague, feel-good advice. This is practical, biblical, real-world strategy you can actually use. You ll learn:- How to know if you re truly ready to date (most people aren t and it shows)- The biggest mistakes Christian singles make and how to avoid them- How to set boundaries that protect your heart, your purity, and your future- What to look for in a godly partner (beyond surface-level attraction)- How to communicate with confidence without coming off needy, awkward, or fake- The truth about physical attraction, emotional connection, and spiritual alignment- When to move forward and when to walk awayAnd here s the kicker This guide doesn t just help you find someone. It helps you become someone worth finding. Because the truth is, the right relationship starts long before the first date. It starts with you your mindset, your standards, your walk with God. Written in a bold, engaging style that cuts through the noise, Christian Dating Guide for Beginners feels less like a lecture and more like a trusted friend telling you what you need to hear (not just what you want to hear). No sugarcoating. No cliches. No confusion. Just clear, biblical direction for one of the most important areas of your life. If you re tired of guessing If you re serious about doing relationships God s way And if you re ready to stop wasting time on dead-end connections Then this guide is exactly what you ve been looking for. Your future relationship is too important to leave to chance. Start building it the right way today.

In the last twenty years, immigration has become one of the most contested issues in Western Europe. The arrival of Africans, Asians, Eastern Europeans and others in Italy has reversed earlier trends of emigration. Debate, political activity and violence have raised questions of rejection and integration, of anti-racism and the new racism. Studies of these issues commonly focus on political activity and the plight of minorities, but this book breaks new ground in its emphasis on the everyday reactions of Italians to immigration and related issues. Drawing on research carried out in Palermo, Jeffrey Cole considers the role of class, culture, local history and political economy in the ambivalent responses of Sicilians to immigrants. He places Italian attitudes in a European context, and investigates why anti-immigrant politics are concentrated in the wealthy Italian North.

In the last twenty years, immigration has become one of the most contested issues in Western Europe. The arrival of Africans, Asians, Eastern Europeans and others in Italy has reversed earlier trends of emigration. Debate, political activity and violence have raised questions of rejection and integration, of anti-racism and the new racism. Studies of these issues commonly focus on political activity and the plight of minorities, but this book breaks new ground in its emphasis on the everyday reactions of Italians to immigration and related issues. Drawing on research carried out in Palermo, Jeffrey Cole considers the role of class, culture, local history and political economy in the ambivalent responses of Sicilians to immigrants. He places Italian attitudes in a European context, and investigates why anti-immigrant politics are concentrated in the wealthy Italian North.

Stop guessing your way through dating... and start doing it God's way-without the confusion, frustration, or wasted time. Christian Dating Guide for Beginners is your straight-talking, no-fluff roadmap to building a relationship that actually honors God and leads somewhere real. Let s be honest. Modern dating is a mess. Mixed signals. Situationships. Talking stages that go nowhere. And if you re trying to stay true to your faith in the middle of it all? It can feel like you re playing a game with rules nobody explained. That s exactly why this guide exists. Inside these pages, you ll discover how to approach dating with clarity, confidence, and conviction without compromising your values or settling for less than what God intends for you. This isn t vague, feel-good advice. This is practical, biblical, real-world strategy you can actually use. You ll learn:- How to know if you re truly ready to date (most people aren t and it shows)- The biggest mistakes Christian singles make and how to avoid them- How to set boundaries that protect your heart, your purity, and your future- What to look for in a godly partner (beyond surface-level attraction)- How to communicate with confidence without coming off needy, awkward, or fake- The truth about physical attraction, emotional connection, and spiritual alignment- When to move forward and when to walk awayAnd here s the kicker This guide doesn t just help you find someone. It helps you become someone worth finding. Because the truth is, the right relationship starts long before the first date. It starts with you your mindset, your standards, your walk with God. Written in a bold, engaging style that cuts through the noise, Christian Dating Guide for Beginners feels less like a lecture and more like a trusted friend telling you what you need to hear (not just what you want to hear). No sugarcoating. No cliches. No confusion. Just clear, biblical direction for one of the most important areas of your life. If you re tired of guessing If you re serious about doing relationships God s way And if you re ready to stop wasting time on dead-end connections Then this guide is exactly what you ve been looking for. Your future relationship is too important to leave to chance. Start building it the right way today.