| Margins and Mainstreams: Asians in American History and Culture Contributor(s): Okihiro, Gary Y. (Author), Okihiro, Gary Y. (Introduction by), Jung, Moon-Ho (Preface by) |
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ISBN: 0295993561 ISBN-13: 9780295993560 Publisher: University of Washington Press OUR PRICE: $23.75 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | United States - 20th Century - Social Science | Ethnic Studies - Asian American Studies |
| Dewey: 973.049 |
| LCCN: 2013044471 |
| Lexile Measure: 1680 |
| Physical Information: 0.56" H x 5.56" W x 8.58" (0.63 lbs) 240 pages |
| Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - Asian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In this classic book on the meaning of multiculturalism in larger American society, Gary Okihiro explores the significance of Asian American experiences from the perspectives of historical consciousness, race, gender, class, and culture. While exploring anew the meanings of Asian American social history, Okihiro argues that the core values and ideals of the nation emanate today not from the so-called mainstream but from the margins, from among Asian and African Americans, Latinos and American Indians, women, and the gay and lesbian community. Those groups in their struggles for equality, have helped to preserve and advance the founders' ideals and have made America a more democratic place for all. |