Zoot Suit Riots |
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| Author:
| Bruns, Roger |
| Series title: | Landmarks of the American Mosaic Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-313-39878-0 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 2014 |
| Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing USA
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| Imprint: | Greenwood |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $62.00AUD $56.36 |
Book Description:
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The Zoot Suit Riots in 1943 and the infamous Sleepy Lagoon murder trial of the preceding year represent a turning point in the cultural identity and historical experience of Mexican Americans in the United States. This engaging study of these regrettable events provide context for understanding the continuing battles in the 21st century over immigration policy and race relations.
The Zoot Suit Riots in 1943 and the infamous Sleepy Lagoon murder trial of the preceding year represent a turning point in the cultural identity and historical experience of Mexican Americans in the United States. This engaging study of these regrettable events provide context for understanding the continuing battles in the 21st century over immigration policy and race relations.