The Mexican Americans (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313314995)

Mexican Americans are the fastest growing immigrant population in the U.S. and will continue to be significant contributors to the diverse social fabric of the country. This book examines the Mexican American cultural traditions, families, demographics, political participation, and societal impact. Despite their economic, social, and political struggles in this country, Mexican Americans have always believed in the American Dream. Yet they have retained many of their own cultural traditions while adapting to life in the North, These persistent ties are thoughtfully examined in chapters on the contemporary relations between Mexico and the United States, including the recurrent border problems.

Providing historical background and tracing the journey made by generations of Mexican immigrants, this book emphasizes the post-1965 period of immigration reforms. Material from oral histories, autobiographies, and historical studies allow the reader to see how Mexican immigrants struggle in their everyday lives to achieve the American Dream, both today and tomorrow.

Author: Alma M. Garc?
ISBN-10: 0313314993
ISBN-13: 9780313314995
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 07/30/2002
Pages: 240
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.46h x 6.44w x 0.86d

Review Citation(s):
Voice of Youth Advocates 02/01/2003 pg. 502
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2003 pg. 149