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From the first Latinos' arrival in pre-Columbian America to the
Alamo, Santeria, Desi Arnaz, the exodus from Castro's Cuba, and the
2006 immigration rallies, this volume illuminates the most
critical-and some not as well-known-events in Latino history.
Chronological entries organized by subject explore categories such
as Civil Rights and Protest, Arts & Music, Literature,
Religion, Economics, and Legislation. Inclusive of all Latino
subgroups, this accessible Chronology is the most current and
concise reference source on the history of Latin Americans in the
U.S., a must-read for students of Latino culture and American
studies, past and present. Chronological entries organized by
subject explore categories such as Civil Rights and Protests, Arts
and Music, Literature, Religion, Economics, and Legislation.
Illustrations of key political and cultural figures, barrios,
rallies, and foods illuminate the events. Other helpful reference
features include creative sidebars and a glossary including the
most popular Spanish words in use in the U.S. as well as Spanglish
terms. The Latino Chronolgy is the most current and concise
reference source on the history of Latin Americans in the U.S., a
must-read for students of Latino culture and American studies, past
and present.
This riveting expose reveals how a distorted belief in Anglo
superiority necessitated the rewriting of American western history,
replacing heroic images of Mexican and Spanish cowboys with
negative stereotypes. Early Anglo settlers in the Old West crafted
negative images of Latinos in part to help justify the takeover of
land occupied by Mexicans and Spaniards at the time. Unfortunately,
these depictions were perpetuated throughout the 20th century in
art, popular culture, and media ... eventually reshaping the
narrative of the American West to the exclusion of the non-Anglo
people. This book contrasts dominant lore with historical reality
to provide a broad overview of the history and contributions of
Latinos in the Old West. Author D. H. Figueredo sets out to debunk
the myths and falsehoods of the American West by chronicling the
cultural perceptions that led to such historical inaccuracies.
Through spellbinding accounts, chapters address such topics as the
legends behind the caballeros, Mexican culture in the Old West, and
the search for cities of gold in the Southwest. Arranged
chronologically and thematically, the book examines how popular
culture diminished the role of the Mexican vaqueros and illustrates
how the image of the Anglo cowboy became the iconic symbol of the
Old West. Introduces topics unfamiliar to most readers, such as the
role of Spanish-Mexican Jews, the presence of the Spanish
Inquisition in the United States, and the real Yellow Rose of Texas
Reveals the duplicity of la leyenda negra to illustrate prejudices
of the time Traces the development of stereotypes such as the Black
Legend, banditos, greasers, Zorro, the Cisco Kid, and "loose
women," and how these characterizations came to depict Latinos in
the Old West in the popular imagination Documents Latinos'
participation in the conquest of the territory west of the
Mississippi
A Brief History of the Caribbean is an overview of the historical
events that have taken place and shaped the islands of the
Caribbean Sea - beginning with an account of the indigenous
populations before the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492 and
ending with the major political and economic developments in early
2007 in Aruba, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, and
Puerto Rico, among others.The historical perspective is enriched by
allusions to the culture, manners, and morals of particular
periods, often highlighting the connection between literary
activities and politics, such as the Negritude Movement, and
literary figures and politicians, such as Juan Bosch in the
Dominican Republic. Complementing the narrative are sidebars with
important and unusual information on topics such as women pirates,
meals eaten by slaves, and the cultural preference for strong
leaders in the region. The authors attempt to give readers a
multicultural perspective that will allow them to understand events
from both an insider's and an outsider's viewpoints.
The Caribbean is a part of the world with diverse cultures and a
long and fascinating literary tradition. The people of this region
have endured through civil strife, poverty, natural disasters, and
military conflicts; and their literature reflects their despair and
dreams. Accessible to students and general readers, this
encyclopedia overviews the lives and works of Caribbean authors.
Because Caribbean literature is so much a reflection of regional
concerns, the encyclopedia gives special attention to the
political, cultural, and historical contexts in which Caribbean
authors have lived and worked. To help with this massive endeavor,
scholar and librarian Danilo H. Figueredo has assembled an
impressive team of advisors and authors. Included in the
encyclopedia are more than 700 alphabetically arranged entries
written by more than 20 expert contributors. These entries cover
authors, works, genres, historical and cultural figures, themes,
and various special topics. Among the entries are pieces on: Anancy
Stories Julia Alvarez Reinaldo Arenas Edward Kamau Brathwaite Fidel
Castro Joseph Sickman Corsen Costumbrismo Dominican Republic,
History of the Literature Exile Literature Feminism in Caribbean
Literature Frantz Fanon A House for Mr. Biswas Immigrant Literature
Edna Manley Samuel Selvon Spiralist Movement Ruben Suro Surrealism
Nathaniel Weekes And many more. Features: Presents more than 700
alphabetically arranged entries. Accumulates the expertise of a
distinguished advisory board and more than 20 expert contributors.
Provides biographical entries on numerous authors and historical
figures. Includes a wide range of topical entries on major works,
genres, periods, styles, movements, historical events, and more.
Cites print and electronic resources. Offers an alphabetical list
of entries. Lists entries grouped in topical categories. Fully
cross-references entries. Provides an extensive index. Includes a
generous selection of illustrations. Closes with an extensive
bibliography. Benefits: Introduces students to the literature,
history, and culture of an area of vital interest to the United
States. Helps students understand Caribbean history and politics
through literature. Fosters a respect for cultural diversity. Gives
attention to the influence and experiences of Caribbean writers in
the United States. Helps students learn about major texts and
authors central to the Spanish curriculum and to world literature.
Serves as a model for students writing about literature.
Familiarizes students with different styles, literary movements,
and aesthetic concerns. Develops research skills by directing
students to additional print and electronic resources. Spanish
courses often look at literature from the Caribbean, and many
American students trace their roots to that region. An essential
reference for high school libraries, this resource will help
students and teachers learn more about the literature of the
Caribbean and its relation to the political, economic, historical,
and social conditions of that area. Public libraries also need this
encyclopedia, since many general readers are interested in
Caribbean literature and culture.
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