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The Arab Americans (The New Americans)
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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 973.0497
EAN: 9780313332197
ISBN: 0313332193
Label: Greenwood Press
Manufacturer: Greenwood Press
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 216
Publication Date: December 30, 2005
Publisher: Greenwood Press
Reading Level: Young Adult
Studio: Greenwood Press
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Editorial Review:
Americans of Arab heritage have made major contributions to U.S. society, and this is a timely and unique overview of their immigration patterns, settlement, adaptation, and assimilation for a general audience. The first wave of Arab immigrants, mostly Christian men from Lebanon, Palestine, and Syria, arrived in the United States between 1880 and 1925. This book discusses their history plus looks at the successive waves of immigrants, including the post-1965 immigrants, who have brought more diversity to the Arab American community. The latest immigrants have included more Muslims and many are from Egypt, Iraq, and Jordan. The continuing interest in the Middle East, Islam, and Muslim way of life make this a must-have source to help understand current events and our multicultural society. The book begins by giving a broad political and social history of the Arab world since the advent of Islam in 632 CE. Kayyali also takes care to be inclusive of the different groups who can be classified as "Arab," and the discussion of who these people are, with their different religions and beliefs, is an enlightening base to understand their experiences as Arab Americans. Early immigrants typically became peddlers or worked in the new factories and mills. As they gave up thoughts of returning to their home countries, they fought to be classified as "white" to gain citizenship, and the impact of the Census on their struggle is discussed in detail. Their assimilation and adaptations are discussed, and readers will learn about family issues, women's issues, food, media, and religious practices in the Arab American communities. Within the larger Arab American community, the main issues of pan-Arab identification, Christian and Muslim identities, and generational differences are covered, along with their social networks and celebrations. A final chapter focuses on the impact of Arab Americans on U.S. society, from the arts to politics, with insight into intergroup relations and the impact of 9/11. A sampling of noted Arab Americans, such as Ralph Nader, a glossary, statistical tables, and photos are included as well.
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Rating:  - A must for students of Arab-American culture and history
Arab-Americans have made major contributions to U.S. society and yet many of their immigrant patterns and achievements receive relatively scant attention compared with some other ethnic groups. Kayyali, a Ph.D. candidate, opens with a political and social history of the Arab world and moves quickly to narrow the focus to Arab American history and culture, surveying assimilation and immigration experiences, adaptations, and Arab American communities across the country. Part of the 'New Americans' ... Read More
Rating: - A highly recommended read
As a first time reader on Arab American issues I found this book to be an excellent and completely readable introduction to the subject. It presents a vast and complex subject matter in a compelling and well thought-out manner. A must-read for anyone wishing to gain a deeper insight into the background and issues surrounding Arab American society today.
Rating: - An Academically Sound, Objective Approach to a Timely Topic
Yet, another excellent installation from The New American series of Greenwood Press. In this book, Kayyali explains the unique migration patterns, nuances of culture, and lingering questions of identity and place for the Arab American community. Particularly helpful is the finesse and plain language in which she unravel the complexities of the "Who is an Arab American?" and "Who is a Muslim American?" debate, as the two communities are often incorrectly termed synonymous with one another. Equally ... Read More
Rating: - Issues of Identity: Kayyali's volume is long overdue
Who's an Arab American? The fact that most Americans have no understanding of Arab American identity makes Kayyali's book timely and appreciated. Her text is an important reference for all interested in Arab affairs, especially Arab American affairs. The volume clearly explains the importance of immigration issues and their impact upon identity as it carefully denotes religious, national, and geographic differences. The book also offers helpful information as to how Middle Eastern Arab culture ... Read More
Rating: - 'HighlyI Insightful and Throughly Researched"
Please give Ms. Kayyall the credit she deserves for writing a complete and insightful account of the history, culture and assimilation of arabs in this country. All you harsh critics need to sit back and understand that this book was written for a much wider audience...
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