Immigration and American Diversity : A Social and Cultural History

A concise overview of Amer. immigration. Beginning with the first arrival of migrants from Asia, Africa, & Europe, & ending with a discussion of the U.S. at the turn of the 21st cent., this book offers an unflinching analysis of the relationships between America's nat. solidarity & ethnic diversity. Introduces the main migrations of each era of Amer. history, & examines the ensuing interaction between established citizens & new arrivals, & the formation of ethnic groups, regional cultures, & individual identities. Describes how each era perceived Americans,Ó & how each most recent group of immigrants sparked the recurring debate over the concept of Amer. nationality. Shows both the optimistic & disparaging image of the U.S. as a melting pot.ÓGabaccia, Donna R. is the author of 'Immigration and American Diversity : A Social and Cultural History', published 2006 under ISBN 9780756799410 and ISBN 0756799414.