The Routledge Handbook of Asian American Studies

The Routledge Handbook of Asian American Studies is a comprehensive guide to the field, offering a wide-ranging overview of the history, culture, and politics of Asian Americans in the United States. With contributions from leading scholars in the field, the Handbook provides a critical examination of the major issues and debates in Asian American studies, and offers new insights into the experiences of Asian Americans in the United States.

The Routledge Handbook of Asian American Studies (Routledge Handbooks)

by Cindy I-Fen Cheng

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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The Handbook is divided into five parts:

• Part I: Foundations provides an overview of the history of Asian American studies, and examines the major theoretical and methodological approaches to the field.
• Part II: Identity and Community explores the diverse identities and experiences of Asian Americans, and examines the ways in which Asian Americans have constructed and maintained their communities.
• Part III: Culture and Representation examines the cultural production of Asian Americans, including literature, film, music, and art. This section also explores the ways in which Asian Americans have been represented in the media.
• Part IV: Politics and Activism examines the political activism of Asian Americans, and explores the ways in which Asian Americans have fought for their rights and challenged discrimination.
• Part V: Future Directions provides a展望for the future of Asian American studies, and examines the new challenges and opportunities facing the field.

The Routledge Handbook of Asian American Studies is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history, culture, and politics of Asian Americans in the United States.

Contributors

The Handbook features contributions from leading scholars in the field of Asian American studies, including:

• Gary Okihiro, Columbia University
• Evelyn Hu-DeHart, University of California, Santa Barbara
• Louisa Schein, Claremont Graduate University
• David Palumbo-Liu, Stanford University
• Karen Shimakawa, University of California, Berkeley
• Erika Lee, University of Minnesota
• Dorothy Chin, University of California, Los Angeles
• Ronald Takaki, University of California, Berkeley
• Sucheng Chan, University of California, Santa Barbara
• Shirley Hune, University of California, San Diego

Reviews

"The Routledge Handbook of Asian American Studies is a major contribution to the field. It provides a comprehensive overview of the history, culture, and politics of Asian Americans in the United States, and offers new insights into the experiences of Asian Americans in the United States." - Gary Okihiro, Columbia University

"The Routledge Handbook of Asian American Studies is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history, culture, and politics of Asian Americans in the United States. It is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the field, and it will be an invaluable resource for years to come." - Evelyn Hu-DeHart, University of California, Santa Barbara

The Routledge Handbook of Asian American Studies (Routledge Handbooks)

by Cindy I-Fen Cheng

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1581 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	351 pages

FREE