America's White Table by Margot Theis Raven Russian & Soviet a visual delight that takes

a visual delight that takes your imagination on a journey

and the true meaning of Christmas

-- KARA GOUCHER

pleasingly madcap' Geographical

"Provide[s] an intimate complement to David Levering Lewis's God's Crucible: Islam and the Making of Europe

America's White Table by Margot Theis Raven Russian & Soviet a visual delight that takesIt was just a little white table The White Table is set in many mess halls as a symbol for and remembrance to service members fallen, missing, or held captive in the line of duty. Solitary and solemn, it is the table where no one will ever sit. As a special gift to her Uncle John, Katie and her sisters are asked to help set the white table for dinner. As their mother explains the significance of each item placed on the table, Katie comes to understand