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Author : Daniel J Elazar
Publisher : Westview Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0813309484
Author : Barbara Roche Rico,Sandra Mano
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0395715911
Along with the writings, "Rico and Mano provide a historical, social, cultural, and literary context for the readings. Informative chapter introductions, the inclusion of key laws and other contextual documents, and the chapters' focus on the experiences of a particular ethnic group all contribute to a deeper reading of the selections and a richer understanding of America's pluralistic society."--Cover.
Author : Daniel J Elazar
Publisher : Westview Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1994-01-25
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UOM:39015026851637
Author : International Council on Monuments and Sites. U.S. Committee,International Council on Monuments and Sites. General Assembly
Publisher : Wayne State University Press
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0814327192
Exploring the history of the American preservation movement, this book features a collection of essays by leading scholars, historians, and attorneys who discuss the role of federal, state, and local government; ethnicity; archaeology; and the private sector.
Author : Joan Morrison,Charlotte Fox Zabusky
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : History
ISBN : 0822954885
American Mosaic presents the recollections of 140 immigrants from six continents and fifty countries who have settled all across the United States.
Author : Library of Congress,Beverly W. Brannan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : African Americans
ISBN : UCR:31210010702593
"This guide lists the numerous examples of government documents, manuscripts, books, photographs, recordings and films in the collections of the Library of Congress which examine African-American life. Works by and about African-Americans on the topics of slavery, music, art, literature, the military, sports, civil rights and other pertinent subjects are discussed"--
Author : Fayeq S. Oweis
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2007-12-30
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780313070310
The rich history and culture of the Arab American people is found in the passionate works of its artists. Whether they be traditional media such as painting and calligraphy, or more sophisticated media such as digital work and installation, the pieces represent the beauty of heritage, the struggles of growing up in war-torn countries, the identity conflicts of female artists in male-dominated societies, and the issues surrounding migration to a Western culture very different from one's own. Many of the artists included here, though their works appear in museums and galleries throughout the world, have never before been featured in a reference book. Interviews conducted by the author provide a personal look into the experiences and creative processes of these artists. Artists included: *Etel Adnan *Wasma Chorbachi *Nihad Dukhan *Kahlil Gibran *Sari Khoury *Emily Jacir *Sari Khoury *Mamoun Sakkal *Mary Tuma *Madiha Umar *Afaf Zurayk
Author : Leslie V. Tischauser
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-06
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780313386091
This disquieting yet important book describes the injustices, humiliations, and brutalities inflicted on African Americans in a racist culture that was created-and protected-by the forces of law and order. Jim Crow Laws presents the history of the discriminatory laws that segregated people by race in the American South from the end of the Civil War through passage of the 1965 Civil Rights Act. To paint a true picture of these deplorable restrictions, this book provides a detailed analysis of the creation, defense, justification, and fight against the Jim Crow system. Among the subjects covered here are the origins of legal inequality for African Americans in the aftermath of the Civil War; the role of the U.S. Supreme Court in weakening constitutional protections against discrimination established in the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments; the white justification of segregation; and the extreme brutality of Jim Crow's defenders. Equally important, readers will learn about the psychological, political, social, and economic costs endured by the victims of Jim Crow inequality, as well as about the motivations, rejections, and successes faced by those who stood against these abominations.
Author : Gary Y. Okihiro,Lionel C. Bascom,James E. Seelye Jr.,Emily Moberg Robinson,Guadalupe Compeán
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 1985 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2014-09-30
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781610696135
Firsthand sources are brought together to illuminate the diversity of American history in a unique way—by sharing the perspectives of people of color who participated in landmark events. This invaluable, four-volume compilation is a comprehensive source of documents that give voice to those who comprise the American mosaic, illustrating the experiences of racial and ethnic minorities in the United States. Each volume focuses on a major racial/ethnic group: African Americans, American Indians, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, and Latinos. Documents chosen by the editors for their utility and relevance to popular areas of study are organized into chronological periods from historical to contemporary. The collection includes eyewitness accounts, legislation, speeches, and interviews. Together, they tell the story of America's diverse population and enable readers to explore historical concepts and contexts from multiple viewpoints. Introductions for each volume and primary document provide background and history that help students understand and critique the material. The work also features a useful primary document guide, bibliographies, and indices to aid teachers, librarians, and students in class work and research.
Author : Lan Dong
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 493 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2019-03-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781440860898
This book provides detailed and engaging narratives about 25 pivotal events in Asian American history, celebrates Asian Americans' contributions to U.S. history, and examines the ways their experiences have shaped American culture. Asian Americans have made significant contributions to American history, society, and culture. This book presents key events in the Asian American experience through 25 well-developed, accessible essays; detailed timelines; biographies of notable figures; excerpts of primary source documents; and sidebars and images that provide narrative and visual information on high-interest topics. Arranged chronologically, the 25 essays showcase the ways in which Asian Americans have contributed to U.S. history and culture and bear witness to their struggles, activism, and accomplishments. The book offers a unique look at the Asian American experience, from the California Gold Rush in the mid-nineteenth century to the 2017 travel ban. Highlighting events with national and international significance, such as the Central Pacific Railroad Construction, Korean War, and 9/11, it documents the Asian American experience and demonstrates Asian Americans' impact on American life.
Author : Thomas A. Green
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2008-12-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780313363023
Folktales are at the heart of Native American culture. Prepared especially for students and general readers, this book conveniently collects 31 of the most important Native American folktales. These are drawn from the major Native American cultural and geographical areas and are organized in sections on origins; heroes, heroines, villains, and fools; society and conflict; and the supernatural. The tales reflect the environment, cultural adaptations, and prevailing concerns of the areas from which they are taken. Each tale begins with a brief introductory headnote, and the book closes with a selected bibliography. Students in social studies classes will welcome this book as a window on Native American culture, while students in literature courses will value its exploration of Native American oral traditions. Prepared especially for students and general readers, this book conveniently collects and comments on 31 of the most important Native American folktales. These are drawn from the major Native American cultural and geographical areas and reflect the environment, cultural adaptations, and prevailing concerns of the regions from which they are taken.
Author : Barbara R. Rico
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1990-12
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 039553691X
Author : Thomas A. Green
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2009-03-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780313362989
Drawing upon the traditions of their native lands, Asian Americans have developed an extensive cultural tradition. At the heart of that tradition are some of the world's most colorful folktales. These reflect the traditional beliefs of the East, as they have been passed down among generations of Asian Americans. But they also reflect the struggles, successes, and experiences of Asian immigrants in the New World. Written expressly for students and general readers, this book is a fascinating introduction to Asian American folktales.This book gathers together a selection of more than 30 Asian American folktales and groups them in thematic sections on origins; heroes, heroines, villains, and fools; society and conflict; and the supernatural. These tales reflect the traditional beliefs of the East as well as the new experiences of Asians in America. Each tale is accompanied by a headnote, and the book closes with a selected, general bibliography. Students studying literature and language will learn much about these tales, while students in social studies and history courses will gain greater insight into the experiences and traditional beliefs of Asian Americans. The volume includes a healthy sampling of tales grouped in topical sections on origins; heroes, heroines, villains, and fools; society and conflict; and the supernatural.
Author : Nikki Brown,Barry M. Stentiford
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 510 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2014-10-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9781610696647
This one-volume reference work examines a broad range of topics related to the establishment, maintenance, and eventual dismantling of the discriminatory system known as Jim Crow. Many Americans imagine that African Americans' struggle to achieve equal rights has advanced in a linear fashion from the end of slavery until the present. In reality, for more than six decades, African Americans had their civil rights and basic human rights systematically denied in much of the nation. Jim Crow: A Historical Encyclopedia of the American Mosaic sheds new light on how the systematic denigration of African Americans after slavery-known collectively as "Jim Crow"-was established, maintained, and eventually dismantled. Written in a manner appropriate for high school and junior high students as well as undergraduate readers, this book examines the period of Jim Crow after slavery that is often overlooked in American history curricula. An introductory essay frames the work and explains the significance and scope of this regrettable period in American history. Written by experts in their fields, the accessible entries will enable readers to understand the long hard road before the inception of the Civil Rights Movement in the 20th century while also gaining a better understanding of the experiences of minorities in the United States-African Americans, in particular.
Author : Marshall William Fishwick
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : United States
ISBN : UVA:X006075010
