Asian Americans

About This Book

This book provides concise coverage of the major Asian American groups from both an historical and socio-cultural perspective. Coverage of each major group--Chinese, Japanese, Filipinos, Asian Indians, Koreans, Pacific Islanders, and newer Asian American groups--especially those from Southeast Asia and South Asia--provides readers with a balanced overview of all cultures within US Asian society. Content reflects developments of the late 1990s and includes updated demographic information.