Walls and Mirrors: Mexican Americans, Mexican Immigrants, and the Politics of Et

Description: Walls and Mirrors by David G. Gutierrez Covering more than one hundred years of American history, this title examines the ways that continuous immigration from Mexico transformed - and continues to shape - the political, social, and cultural life of the American Southwest. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Covering more than one hundred years of American history, Walls and Mirrors examines the ways that continuous immigration from Mexico transformed-and continues to shape-the political, social, and cultural life of the American Southwest. Taking a fresh approach to one of the most divisive political issues of our time, David Gutiérrez explores the ways that nearly a century of steady immigration from Mexico has shaped ethnic politics in California and Texas, the two largest U.S. border states.Drawing on an extensive body of primary and secondary sources, Gutiérrez focuses on the complex ways that their pattern of immigration influenced Mexican Americans sense of social and cultural identity-and, as a consequence, their politics. He challenges the most cherished American myths about U.S. immigration policy, pointing out that, contrary to rhetoric about "alien invasions," U.S. government and regional business interests have actively recruited Mexican and other foreign workers for over a century, thus helping to establish and perpetuate the flow of immigrants into the United States. In addition, Gutiérrez offers a new interpretation of the debate over assimilation and multiculturalism in American society. Rejecting the notion of the melting pot, he explores the ways that ethnic Mexicans have resisted assimilation and fought to create a cultural space for themselves in distinctive ethnic communities throughout the southwestern United States. Author Biography David G. Gutierrez is Assistant Professor of History at the University of California, San Diego. Table of Contents Acknowledgments Introduction 1. LEGACIES OF CONQUEST 2. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND IMMIGRATION, 1890-1920 3. THE SHIFTING POLITICS OF ETHNICITY IN THE INTERWAR PERIOD 4. THE CONTRADICTIONS OF ETHNIC POLITICS, 1940-1950 5. ETHNIC POLITICS, IMMIGRATION POLICY, AND THE COLD WAR 6. SIN FRONTERAS? THE CONTEMPORARY DEBATE Epilogue Notes Bibliography Index Review "A highly readable book based on sound research and full of questions about, and insights into, the nuances of ethnicity in American politics and society."--"SAGE Race Relations Abstracts Details ISBN0520202198 Short Title WALLS & MIRRORS Pages 321 Publisher University of California Press Language English ISBN-10 0520202198 ISBN-13 9780520202191 Media Book Format Paperback Year 1995 Imprint University of California Press Place of Publication Berkerley Country of Publication United States Illustrations black & white illustrations Subtitle Mexican Americans, Mexican Immigrants, and the Politics of Ethnicity DOI 10.1604/9780520202191 UK Release Date 1995-03-27 AU Release Date 1995-03-27 NZ Release Date 1995-03-27 US Release Date 1995-03-27 Author David G. Gutierrez Publication Date 1995-03-27 DEWEY 305.86872073 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159844656;

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