Publisher's Synopsis
Recognizing that ethnic differences are transforming American education expectations, political ideals and popular culture, Gale presents this multicultural reference. It contains 152 original essays (about 8000 to 12,000 words each) on specific minority and ethnic groups in the United States, with an emphasis on culture (religions, holidays, customs, language) in addition to information on historical background and settlement patterns.;The encyclopedia also covers ethno-religious groups such as Jews, Chaldeans and Amish. Each essay has a listing of organizations and research centres; names, addresses and contact information for periodicals, radio and television stations; and a list of suggestions for further reading. Also featured is a general annotated bibliography with over 100 items regarding multiculturalism.
