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NYU Press Italian American: The Racializing of an Ethnic Identity - NYU Press

Name: Italian American: The Racializing of an Ethnic Identity - NYU Press
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Explore the complex history of Italian immigration through David A. J. Richards' groundbreaking study. This book examines the experiences of southern Italians who arrived in the United States during the late 19th century. As part of the new immigration wave from southern and eastern Europe, these individuals faced unique challenges and were often viewed through the lens of racial inferiority. Richards provides a deep look at the acculturation process by looking at the patterns of European and American racism during that era. The text connects the political and legal landscapes of two nations, examining the Risorgimento in Italy alongside the Reconstruction Amendments in the United States. This work offers a necessary perspective on how ethnic identity and race were shaped by the social structures of the time. It is an essential resource for students and readers interested in the history of immigration, racial identity, and the evolution of American society.

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Examines the history of southern Italian immigration to the United States starting in the 1870s.

Provides a study of the acculturation process within the context of European and American racism.

Analyzes the political and legal environments of both Italy and the United States.

Connects the impact of the Risorgimento in Italy to the era of the Reconstruction Amendments.

Explores the concept of being seen as nonvisibly black during the new immigration period.

Offers academic insight into the formation of Italian American ethnic identity.

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Brand: NYU Press
Colour: Multicolor
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0814775209
Category: Books > Subjects > Politics, Philosophy & Social Sciences > Social Sciences > Cultural & Ethnic Studies > Mixed Heritage & Multiracial
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 01 July 1999
Listed Since: 16 February 2007

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