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Dreams of an Immigrant

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Simply written and sincerely told, this book offers readers warmhearted wisdom. Elizabeth S. Steger grew up in Paraguay, was educated in the United States, and later became a leading citrus forecasting expert. These pages show how her dreams turned into reality. Her story is a delightful mix of memoir and history. Throughout the book, she liberally scatters indispensable insights that can benefit everyone in their pursuit of a successful life.

The author is an amazing woman! Writing a book is not an easy endeavor, but writing a book in your second language must be even harder. These pages stand as a marvelous testimony to the author's persistence in communicating her message to others. Her words are conversational, yet filled with genuine insights. Her story meanders across continents and cultures, creatively combining images and situations for a comprehensive view of her life

Most noteworthy is her sincere desire to help others achieve their goals. In simple, practical and completely realistic ways, she outlines the approaches and methods she used to succeed. Her words ring with authenticity, as they fill the pages with a quiet authority. From her girlhood in Paraguay to her successful career in America, readers will find themselves on a wonderful journey with a fascinating woman.

Everyone has a dream, but not everyone knows how to dream with a purpose. The author gently guides readers to the right choices, which can make a profound difference. Dreams of an Immigrant is an eye-opening look at the possibilities of reality!

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Very easy read of close up personal observations of cultural, political and business climates of two cultures from the view point of a remarkable lady from childhood to internationally acclaimed agricultural proffessional and outstanding role model.
Great insight into real history and events that have shaped Paraguay over the last 100 years and a glimpse of the position of the United States durning that period. A simple but essential lesson for young people in developing strong belief systems and goal setting.

This fascinating book is a valuable teaching and inspiring tool for people willing to start a business, who are looking for a real role model to motivate them in their goal achievement. It is even a guide for people willing to balance and improve their home and job relationships.
"Dreams of an Immigrant" will make you explore Paraguayan Elizabeth S. Steger, Ph. D., in her journey to success. There are passages that showed difficult moments as well the action applied to solve them.
All start with a dream that Elizabeth turned true.

To see dreams written as well as this is outstanding. Even the history of Paraguay screamed dreams.
Elizabeth Steger staggers the imagination for anyone that has a dream and see it fulfilled.
This is a must for young people seeking dream fulfilment.

In this work we meet Elizabeth Salomoni Steger; born and raised in Paraguay,Elizabeth dreams of being schooled in America and share her journey of making her dream a reality. We begin her journey in her land and I particularly enjoyed learning about her country, customs and her family; it gave a personal touch to her story. As we travel with her we see through hard work and faith her dream become a reality.
I believe this book shows the true spirit of our wonderful country America. Here, dreams become reality, hopes are born and faith is rewarded, as shown in Elizabeth's life.
This work is a real testimony to the determination of a young woman and the blessings that America has to offer. God bless America and God bless Elizabeth as she continues to reach for the stars.