The South Asian Americans

by Karen Isaksen Leonard

Book Overview

Immigrants from South Asian countries are among the fastest growing segment of our population. This work, designed for students and interested readers, provides the first in-depth examination of recent South Asian immigrant groups--their history and background, current facts, comparative cultures, and contributions to contemporary American life. Groups discussed include Indians, Pakistanis, Bangladeshis, Sri Lankans, Nepalis, and Afghans. The topics...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0313297886
• ISBN13: 9780313297885
• Release Date: October 1997
• Publisher: Greenwood
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.3" x 9.5"