Major Problems in American Immigration and Ethnic History (Major Problems in American History) [Paperback]

Jon Gjerde (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 12, 1998 | ISBN-10: 0395815320 | ISBN-13: 978-0395815328 | Edition: 1st

This unique volume explores such themes as the political and economic forces that cause immigration; the alienation and uprootedness that often follow relocation; and the difficult questions of citizenship and assimilation.

Product Details

• Paperback: 486 pages
• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Company; 1st edition (January 12, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0395815320
• ISBN-13: 978-0395815328
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #70,675 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting perspective on being American, May 1, 2002

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The content of this book is derived primarily from first-person narratives and other primary source historical documents. These writings offer the reader a great deal to consider when thinking about the role of Americans in history. The narratives are moving and thought provoking, and really force the reader to reconsider what it really means to be an American. Questions abound about why we aren't told these stories in school, particularly regarding the role this country has played in the lives of other nations. A real "based on a true story" book!

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1.0 out of 5 stars Incorrect condition listing., January 5, 2012

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very, very pleased., October 26, 2010

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