- 216 pages
- English
- PDF
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Puerto Ricans in the United States
About this book
Puerto Ricans in the United States begins by presenting Puerto Rico—the land, the people, and the culture. The island's invasion by U.S. forces in 1898 set the stage for our intertwined relationship to the present day. Pérez y González brings to life important historical events leading to immigration to the United States, particularly to the large northeastern cities, such as New York. The narrative highlights Puerto Ricans' adjustment and adaptation in this country through the media, institutions, language, and culture. A wealth of information is given on socioeconomic status, including demographics, employment, education opportunities, and poverty and public assistance. The discussions on the struggles of this group for affordable housing, issues of women and children, particular obstacles to obtaining appropriate health care, including the epidemic of AIDS, and race relations are especially insightful. The final chapter on Puerto Ricans' impact on U.S. society highlights their positive contributions in a wide range of fields.
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Table of contents
- Contents
- Series Foreword
- Acknowledgments
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Boriquén Becomes Puerto Rico
- 3. Puerto Rican Culture
- 4. The American Encounter and Beyond
- 5. Adjustment and Adaptation in the United States
- 6. The Socioeconomic Status of Stateside Puerto Ricans
- 7. The Struggles and Heroics of a People
- 8. Racial and Ethnic Relations
- 9. The Impact of Puerto Ricans on American Society
- Appendix
- Bibliography
- Index
- Photographic Essay follows p. 108.
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