The Asian American/Pacific Islander Experience: Overview

Introduces key terms, research frameworks, debates, and histories for Asian American Studies.

Considers the contemporary possibilities of and limitations inherent in Asian American studies as historically entrenched, politically embedded, and institutionally situated interdiscipline.

Documents the history of Asians in America from earliest contact to the present day. Organized topically by group, with an in-depth overview essay on each group, the encyclopedia examines the myriad ethnic groups and histories that make up the Asian American population in the United States.

Offers a broad overview of Asian American studies and the current state of Asian America.

Examines the social, cultural, psychological, economic, and political dimensions of the Asian American experience.

Offers a general introduction, as well as a range of critical approaches to this important and expanding field.