The Ethnic Dimension in American History by Heather Olson Beal Paperback Book

Description: The Ethnic Dimension in American History by Heather Olson Beal, James S. Olson The Ethnic Dimension in American History is a thoroughsurvey of the role that ethnicity has played in shaping the historyof the United States. Considering ethnicity in terms of race,language, religion and national origin, this important textexamines its effects on social relations, public policy andeconomic development. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Ethnic Dimension in American History is a thorough survey of the role that ethnicity has played in shaping the history of the United States. Considering ethnicity in terms of race, language, religion and national origin, this important text examines its effects on social relations, public policy and economic development. A thorough survey of the role that ethnicity has played in shaping the history of the United States, including the effects of ethnicity on social relations, public policy and economic developmentIncludes histories of a wide range of ethnic groups including African Americans, Native Americans, Jews, Chinese, Europeans, Japanese, Muslims, Koreans, and LatinosExamines the interaction of ethnic groups with one another and the dynamic processes of acculturation, modernization, and assimilation; as well as the history of immigrationRevised and updated material in the fourth edition reflects current thinking and recent history, bringing the story up to the present and including the impact of 9/11 Back Cover The Ethnic Dimension in American History is a thorough survey of the role that ethnicity has played in shaping the history of the United States. Considering ethnicity in the sense of race, language, religion, and national origin, this important textbook examines the effects of ethnicity on social relations, public policy, and economic development. Ethnic groups covered in the book include African Americans, Native Americans, and Americans of varied backgrounds from across the globe including Jewish, Chinese, European, Japanese, Muslim, Korean, and Latinos. Examining the period from the first Americans before colonization to the present day, the fourth edition of The Ethnic Dimension in American History has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect current thinking and recent history, including the impact of 9/11. This book presents ethnicity as a central dynamic in US history. It is not just concerned with the history of immigration, but considers the interaction of ethnic groups with one another, and describes the dynamic processes of acculturation, modernization, and assimilation, which have had such a great impact on the United States throughout its history. Flap The Ethnic Dimension in American History is a thorough survey of the role that ethnicity has played in shaping the history of the United States. Considering ethnicity in the sense of race, language, religion, and national origin, this important textbook examines the effects of ethnicity on social relations, public policy, and economic development. Ethnic groups covered in the book include African Americans, Native Americans, and Americans of varied backgrounds from across the globe including Jewish, Chinese, European, Japanese, Muslim, Korean, and Latinos. Examining the period from the first Americans before colonization to the present day, the fourth edition of The Ethnic Dimension in American History has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect current thinking and recent history, including the impact of 9/11. This book presents ethnicity as a central dynamic in US history. It is not just concerned with the history of immigration, but considers the interaction of ethnic groups with one another, and describes the dynamic processes of acculturation, modernization, and assimilation, which have had such a great impact on the United States throughout its history. Author Biography James S. Olson is Distinguished Professor of History at Sam Houston State University, Texas, where he has been honored with the universitys Excellence in Teaching and Excellence in Research Awards. He is the author, co-author, editor or co-editor of over 30 books. His book Bathshebas Breast: Women, Cancer, and History (2002) won the History of Science Category Award from the Association of American Publishers and was recognized by the Los Angeles Times as one of the best non-fiction books in America for 2002. Heather Olson Beal is Assistant Professor of Secondary Education and Educational Leadership at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. Table of Contents Introduction 1 Part I Worlds Collide: Indian People, Africans, and Europeans in Colonial America 7 1 The First Americans 17 2 The European Migrations 29 3 Ethnicity and Manifest Destiny 58 4 African Americans in the Early Years 92 Conclusion: Ethnic America in 1890 113 Part II Ethnic America in Transition, 1890–1945 121 5 The Age of the New Immigrants 128 6 American Jews 151 7 Asian America, 1882–1945 165 8 The Nativist Reaction 179 9 Native Americans: The Assault on Tribalism 191 10 Jim Crow and Ghettos: African Americans 205 11 Mexican Americans 218 Conclusion: Ethnic America in 1945 230 Part III Change and Continuity in Ethnic America, 1945 to the Present 241 12 The African Americans 246 13 The Latino Mosaic 263 14 Asian Americans in the Modern World 282 15 The Newest Arrivals 298 16 Native Americans in the Modern World 314 17 White Ethnics in Modern America 329 Conclusion: Ethnic America in 2010 345 Selected Readings 357 Index 364 Review ?A rich and rewarding account of the disparate ethnic and religious groups that shaped this nation?s history and culture?African, Caribbean, Chinese, Irish, Italian Japanese, Jewish, Mexican, Native American, Polish, Puerto Rican, among others?this eloquent and moving book explains how American society has evolved out of a complex process of migration, social conflict, cultural contention, and mutual discovery.? Steven Mintz, Columbia University ?This new edition of The Ethnic Dimension is a highly readable exploration of the experiences of the diversity of peoples that have populated the United States since colonial times. Kudos to the authors for producing a volume so sweeping in scope and, in places, controversial in its interpretations. . . . Deserves a wide readership. . . . Highly recommended.? James Kirby Martin,University of Houston ?This new edition of Ethnic Dimensions retains all of the virtues that made its predecessors an invaluable introductory text ? clear and engaging prose, well-chosen vignettes, comprehensive coverage, and a persuasive thesis that ethnic and racial diversity is a primary path to understanding U.S. History.? John F. McClymer, Assumption College Long Description The Ethnic Dimension in American History is a thorough survey of the role that ethnicity has played in shaping the history of the United States. Considering ethnicity in the sense of race, language, religion, and national origin, this important textbook examines the effects of ethnicity on social relations, public policy, and economic development. Ethnic groups covered in the book include African Americans, Native Americans, and Americans of varied backgrounds from across the globe including Jewish, Chinese, European, Japanese, Muslim, Korean, and Latinos. Examining the period from the first Americans before colonization to the present day, the fourth edition of The Ethnic Dimension in American History has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect current thinking and recent history, including the impact of 9/11. This book presents ethnicity as a central dynamic in US history. It is not just concerned with the history of immigration, but considers the interaction of ethnic groups with one another, and describes the dynamic processes of acculturation, modernization, and assimilation, which have had such a great impact on the United States throughout its history. Review Text ?A rich and rewarding account of the disparate ethnic and religious groups that shaped this nation?s history and culture?African, Caribbean, Chinese, Irish, Italian Japanese, Jewish, Mexican, Native American, Polish, Puerto Rican, among others?this eloquent and moving book explains how American society has evolved out of a complex process of migration, social conflict, cultural contention, and mutual discovery.? Steven Mintz, Columbia University ?This new edition of The Ethnic Dimension is a highly readable exploration of the experiences of the diversity of peoples that have populated the United States since colonial times.Â Kudos to the authors for producing a volume so sweeping in scope and, in places, controversial in its interpretations. . . .Â Deserves a wide readership. . . . Highly recommended.? James Kirby Martin,University of Houston ?This new edition of Ethnic Dimensions retains all of the virtues that made its predecessors an invaluable introductory text ? clear and engaging prose, well-chosen vignettes, comprehensive coverage, and a persuasive thesis that ethnic and racial diversity is a primary path to understanding U.S. History.? John F. McClymer, Assumption College Feature Introduction. Part I: Worlds Collide: Indian People, Africans, and Europeansin Colonial America. Part II: Ethnic America in Transition, 1890?1945. Part III: Change and Continuity in Ethnic America, 1945 to thePresent. Selected Readings. Index. Details ISBN1405182512 Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Year 2010 Edition 4th ISBN-10 1405182512 ISBN-13 9781405182515 Format Paperback Imprint Wiley-Blackwell DEWEY 973.04 Illustrations Illustrations, map Media Book Short Title ETHNIC DIMENSION IN AMER HI-4E Publication Date 2010-03-19 UK Release Date 2010-03-19 AU Release Date 2010-03-19 NZ Release Date 2010-03-19 US Release Date 2010-03-19 Author James S. Olson Pages 400 Edition Description 4th edition Place of Publication Hoboken Replaces 9781881089872 Replaced by 9781118936054 Audience Professional & Vocational Country of Publication United Kingdom 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:33767867;

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