Latinas: Hispanic Women in the United States / Edition 1

by Hedda Garza

Overview

If history books obscure the important roles played by women of European origin in the United States, how much more invisible are Hispanic women? In correcting this omission, Hedda Garza documents and discusses the major contributions to this country's social and political mosaic for over 150 years by women leaders, organizers, and activists from diverse Hispanic backgrounds, including Chicanas, Puertorriqueias, Cubanas, Dominicanas, and women drawn to the United States from throughout Central and South America. The material Garza brings to the fore helps us understand minority communities in the United States and offers inspiring accounts of women who struggled to improve conditions for Latinas.

Garza's study was selected as a New York Public Library Annual Best Books for Young Adults in 1995.

"Hedda Garza is a pioneer in writing about the historical and contemporary struggles of Latinas in the United States. This well-written and researched book challenges myths and vividly conveys their passion and sacrifice."—Professor Richard Griswold del Castillo

"The excellent research deals with all the major groups of Latinas."—Professor Susie Suarez, Ramapo College, New Jersey

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780826323606
Publisher:	University of New Mexico Press
Publication date:	08/01/2001
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	192
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.53(d)

About the Author

Hedda Garza (1929-95) was a prizewinning author, a lecturer, and an activist for social justice. Her many books include works for scholars and young adults.

Editorial Reviews

." . a recommended pick for college-level collections strong in Hispanic history and social issues."

"Hedda Garza's important work brings to visibility the major contributions of Latina women in the United States. . . . Highly recommended."

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