Mexican Chicago builds on previous studies of Mexicans in the United States while challenging static definitions of “American†and underlying assumptions of assimilation. Gabriela F. Arredondo contends that because of the revolutionary context from which they came; Mexicans in Chicago between 1916 and 1939 were not just another ethnic group working to be assimilated into a city that has a long history of incorporating newcomers. Suggesting a new understanding of identity formation; she argues that Mexicans wielded tools of identification forged in revolutionary Mexico to collectively battle the prejudices of ethnic groups that included Poles; Italians; and the Irish; as well as African Americans. By turning inward; however; Mexicans also highlighted tremendous differences among themselves; such as gender and class. In discussing this distinctive process of becoming “Mexican†in Chicago during the early twentieth century; Arredondo not only explores how that identity was constructed but also provides telling insight into the repercussions of that identity formation process.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Buy itBy David MarshallAnother interesting and easy to read title.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Peter must be the best in describing the battleBy Ruth KingSuch a lot of detail and background.. Peter must be the best in describing the battle; How much research he must have done.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. A good readBy Robert MartinThis is a good read for anyone interested in this Battle. Peter Cozzins is a writer who makes it easy to follow the story. What I like about his writting is he starts the story a little before the battle letting you know the situation in both armies and how they entered the battle. His describtion of the battle is very informative and a easy read . also like his describtion of the aftermath of the battle. I've just purchased his book on the battle of Stones River because of this book. Also have read his other book This Terrible Sound.Very good books.
