Asian Americans: Contemporary Trends and IssuesOffering a broad overview of the Asian American experience, Asian Americans provides an accessible resource for all students interested in the expanding and important Asian American population. While historical information is provided for each group, the main focus is on the variables and issues that impact Asian American life today. The scholars who author the chapters look at topics such as labor force participation and economic status, educational achievements, intermarriage, intergroup relations, and settlement patterns. Photo essays help to enhance the presentations. |
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Contents
History and Contemporary Trends | 7 |
Settlement Patterns and Diversity | 32 |
The Socioeconomic Attainments of Asian Americans | 54 |
Second Generation Asian Americans | 78 |
Chinese Americans | 108 |
Japanese Americans | 146 |
Filipino Americans | 178 |
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| Title | Asian Americans: Contemporary Trends and Issues Volume 174 of Sage focus editions |
| Editor | Pyong Gap Min |
| Edition | illustrated |
| Publisher | Pine Forge Press, 2006 |
| ISBN | 1412905567, 9781412905565 |
| Length | 358 pages |
| Subjects | › › › Social Science / Ethnic Studies / American / Asian American & Pacific Islander Studies Social Science / Ethnic Studies / General |
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