Product Description
by Jose N. Uranga (Author)
The Buenavida Dilemma is a rich account of the history and life experiences of Hispanics in the Southwest and Western United States from the 1850s through today. Using five generations of the Buenavida family, the author describes the social and cultural events and issues, including legal conflicts affecting Hispanics. Hot and controversial topics such as "English Only" laws; discrimination in schools and environmental justice are examined and pointedly analyzed. The book will illuminate the Hispanic struggle to maintain one's culture while succeeding in the U.S. mainstream.
Number of Pages: 180
Dimensions: 0.45 x 9.22 x 6.12 IN
Publication Date: May 07, 2003