Immigration
- Book Review,
by L. Edward Purcell
From Book News, Inc.
Reviews the historical background of social aspects of American immigration, for high school and college students. Concentrates on voluntary immigration from the late 17th century to the late 20th century, and discusses immigrant groups from Europe, Latin America, and Asia. Includes b&w photos, biographies of important figures, a chronology of immigration, a glossary, and an extensive bibliography. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
Midwest Book Review
Historian Purcell provides a strong probe into immigration issues throughout American history, creating a strong volume which should appeal to young adults through adult readers. This examines the scope and nature of American immigration trends and policies, from early settlers to modern times, showing the changing nature and problems of immigration policies and their lasting effects on communities.
Book Description
This engaging narrative chronicles the history of the immigration to America from the 1600s to the present. The author offers an in-depth exploration of the American immigration experience, including why people emigrated, what they left behind, and what they found when they arrived. He also delves into the immigrants' unique contributions to the history and culture of the nation. The book examines the legal and social aspects of immigration, beginning with the founding of Jamestown in 1607 through the 1994 passage of Proposition 187 in California. Also featured are a brief chronology of immigration and the biographies of 45 important figures in American immigration history. The text is enhanced with photos, illustrations, and political cartoons, and a detailed bibliography is also included.
About the Author
L. EDWARD PURCELL is an independent historian, editor, and journalist who has written over a dozen books and numerous articles, many of them on historical topics.
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