About the Book

So many Hispanics came to this country toward the latter part of the twentieth century that they changed the face of the nation and are challenging its very identity. By 2050, one out of every five U.S. residents will be of Hispanic origin. The corner bodega, the salsa night spot. Mexican fajitas, and Spanish novellas are now as ubiquitous as rock 'n' roll and the state fair. But in this era of the global marketplace our government persists in erecting a steel, concrete, and electronic wall along our southern border to keep new Latinos out. Despite all efforts to restrict immigration in the 1990s, the Americanos keep coming -- myriad differences among them in culture and class outlook, yet sharing the same language.

Product Details

Media: Hardcover Book, 346 pages

Language: English

Publisher: Viking Penguin

Edition: Unknown

ISBN-10: 0670867209

Publication Date: Unknown

ISBN-13: 9780670867202

Dimensions: 6.39 x 9.39 x 1.20 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.36 lbs

• Categories: General International Relations Ethnic American