AUDIOBOOK

Walls and Welcome Mats

Immigration and the American Dream

Lars Krogstad Ortiz
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Duration
2h 43m
Year
2023
Language
English

About

Migration is a natural, human act-seeking food, shelter, and comfortable environments is essential for survival. With the existence of national borders, migration becomes immigration-an intensely political issue.

Immigration and the history of America are inextricably linked. Author Lars Ortiz explores the history of immigration in the United States from before the country was born to government policies such as the Chinese Exclusion Act to the building of a wall along the US-Mexico border. He also examines the the backlash against immigration that so many immigrants have faced, and the optimism that leads people to seek a better future in a new land.
"This is history presented through the lens of immigration, and readers learn the basics . . . along with new insights."-Booklist
"A combination of real-life examples, critical historical context, and engaging graphics and data presentation makes this a solid choice. An inviting, thorough, and accessible introduction to an important and perpetually relevant topic."-Kirkus Reviews

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