Author：Gary Y.Okihiro

Publisher：University of Washington Press

Publishing Year：1994

Call Number：E184.O6K41

Introduction：In a thoughtful and stimulating contribution to the current debate about the meaning to the large society of multiculturalism, Gary Okihiro explores the significance of Asian Americans in American history and culture. In six provocative and engaging essays he examines the Asian American experience from the perspectives of historical consciousness, race, gender, class, and culture.

While exploring anew the meanings of Asian American social history, the book argues that the core values and ideals of the nation emanate today not from the so-called mainstream but from the margins,from among Asian and African Americans, Latinos and American Indians, and women. Those groups, in their struggles for equality, have helped to preserve and advance the founders’ ideals and have made America a more democratic place for all.