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Benjamin Montoya

A Diplomatic History of US Immigration during the 20th Century: Policy, Law, and National Identity

A Diplomatic History of US Immigration during the 20th Century: Policy, Law, and National Identity

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This book explores immigration into the United States and its impact on national identity, domestic politics, and foreign relations from the 1920s to 2006, comparing the experiences of different groups and highlighting the themes that have surrounded immigration throughout the American century.

Format: Hardback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 25 January 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC


Immigration into the United States has had a profound impact on national identity, domestic politics, and foreign relations since the 1920s. This timely book explores the various factors that have shaped US immigration policy, including economic, social, and political considerations. It compares the immigration experiences of different groups, such as Chinese, Japanese, Mexicans, Cubans, Central Americans, and Vietnamese, to highlight how the US viewed each group throughout the American century. The book also examines the themes that have surrounded immigration, such as its role in forming a national identity and the ways in which changing historical contexts have shaped and re-shaped conversations about immigrants in the United States.

Using a comparative approach, the author offers an insightful analysis of the implications and importance of immigration throughout the American century. It helps us better understand the complexities of the issue and informs present-day debates surrounding immigration policy and reform.

In conclusion, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the history and impact of immigration on the United States. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the factors that have shaped US immigration policy and offers a comparative perspective on the immigration experiences of different groups. It is an essential read for policymakers, educators, and anyone who wants to better understand the complexities of the issue.

Weight: 526g
Dimension: 163 x 242 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350158245

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