Puerto Ricans: Born in the U.S.A. - Couverture souple

Rodriguez, C.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0044970420 ISBN 13 : 9780044970422

Editeur : Collins Educational, 1989

Synopsis

The issue of housing is raised with its associated problems of urban decay, gentrification and the subsequent decline in the South Bronx of one of the largest communities of Puerto Ricans. The author records the valiant efforts of these people to reconstruct their lives in the face of adverse circumstances.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Dr. Rodriguez offers a broad portrait of one of the largest and most economically disadvantaged segments of the Hispanic-American population: Puerto Ricans living in the continental United States. This timely study looks at the unique position of Puerto Ricans on the mainland—as Spanish-speaking U.S. citizens—and its impact on their daily lives and future aspirations. Professor Rodriguez begins by describing the history and heritage of these “colonial immigrants.” She then assesses their current socioeconomic status, using both detailed empirical data and qualitative research findings. In succeeding chapters, she examines implications for Puerto Ricans of such crucial issues as race, gender, education, housing, and the structure of both the U.S. economy and the political system.

Biographie de l'auteur

Clara E. Rodriguez is associate professor of sociology at Fordham University.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Collins Educational
• Date d'édition: 1989
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0044970420
• ISBN 13: 9780044970422
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 220
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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