Anti-Asian Violence in North America

Anti-Asian Violence in North America
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Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages : 232
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ISBN-10 : 074250459X
ISBN-13 : 9780742504592
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Book Synopsis Anti-Asian Violence in North America by : Patricia Wong Hall

Download or read book Anti-Asian Violence in North America written by Patricia Wong Hall and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2001 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Violent and sometimes fatal acts of racial hatred are drawing increasing attention around the nation. Asian American and Asian Canadian authors discuss the impacts of racial crime, exploring the relationship between the physical or verbal acts to issues of ethnic identity, civil rights of immigrants, Internet racism, sexual violence, language and violence, economic scapegoating, and police brutality. They offer suggestions for combating hate crime with coalition building and community resisatnce, as well as legal prosecution and police training. The compelling narratives are a valuable resource for courses in Asian American studies, race and ethnic studies, sociology, criminology, and for anyone who wants to understand racial violence in North America. Visit our website for sample chapters!


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