Puerto Rican Diaspora: Historical Perspectives

Carmen Whalen

Jan 2008 · Temple University Press

About this ebook

Puerto Ricans have a long history of migrating to and building communities in various parts of the United States in search of a better life. From their arrival in Hawai'i in 1900 to the post-World War II eraOCoduring which communities flourished throughout the Midwest and New EnglandOCothe Puerto Rican diaspora has been growing steadily. In fact, the 2000 census shows that almost as many Puerto Ricans live in the United States as in Puerto Rico itself.The contributors to this volume provide an overview of the Puerto Rican experience in America, delving into particular aspects of colonization and citizenship, migration and community building. Each chapter bridges the historical past with contemporary issues. Throughout the text, personal narratives and photographs bring these histories to life, while grappling with underlying causes and critical issues such as racism and employment that shape Puerto Rican life in America."

Ratings and reviews

The book is very informative with very detailed facts and deep historical revelation. I had no idea about the true struggles that Puerto Rican people experienced. Very good read and I certainly hope to get my hands on more books similar to this one. 👌👌👌🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷

An excellent book on the history and diaspora of the Puerto Rican community into the United States. Well written and detail oriented.