Puerto Ricans in the United States (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313297489)

Puerto Ricans in the United States begins by presenting Puerto Rico--the land, the people, and the culture. The island's invasion by U.S. forces in 1898 set the stage for our intertwined relationship to the present day. Pérez y González brings to life important historical events leading to immigration to the United States, particularly to the large northeastern cities, such as New York. The narrative highlights Puerto Ricans' adjustment and adaptation in this country through the media, institutions, language, and culture. A wealth of information is given on socioeconomic status, including demographics, employment, education opportunities, and poverty and public assistance. The discussions on the struggles of this group for affordable housing, issues of women and children, particular obstacles to obtaining appropriate health care, including the epidemic of AIDS, and race relations are especially insightful. The final chapter on Puerto Ricans' impact on U.S. society highlights their positive contributions in a wide range of fields.

Author: Maria E. Perez y. Gonzalez
ISBN-10: 0313297487
ISBN-13: 9780313297489
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 08/30/2000
Pages: 216
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.18lbs
Size: 9.60h x 6.39w x 0.82d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 01/01/2001 pg. 968
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2001 pg. 146
Reference and Research Bk News 02/01/2001 pg. 44