ISBN10: 1412905567, ISBN13: 9781412905565, [publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc] Softcover New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
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ISBN10: 1412905567, ISBN13: 9781412905565, [publisher: SAGE Publications 2005-09-07, Thousand Oaks, Calif.] Softcover Language: ENG
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ISBN10: 1412905567, ISBN13: 9781412905565, [publisher: SAGE Publications Inc, Thousand Oaks] Softcover Paperback. Asian Americans adopts the unique approach of examining the issues, and often obstacles, specific to Asian immigrants into the United States, such as occupational and economic adjustment, intermarriage and settlement patterns. The Second Edition has been updated to include information derived from the 2000 US Census. "Compared to many existing texts on this subject, which tend to take a rather historical approach, this book focuses on more contemporary Asian experiences. Thus, Min has provided a new tool for those of use who have looked for adequate material to teach current Asian American trends in advanced undergraduate courses in the sociology of race as well as in ethnic studies. Encompassing a variety of perspectives from prominent scholars makes this book a valuable device to examine the less visible aspects of Asian Americans??? lives. Students and educators alike would certainly benefit from diligent study of this text." —TEACHING SOCIOLOGY, reviewed October 2006 by Etsuko Maruoka, SUNY-Stony BrookOffering 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 ...