A History Of The Latin Chamber Of Commerce Of Nevada 1976 1989

A readable account of Nevada's largest ethnic minority, detailing their vital role in the development of the state and their cultural contributions in the past, present, and future. Contains chapters on mining and building of railroads, the creation of negative stereotypes, migrant farmworkers, Hispanic immigrants, the Chicano movement of the 1960s-70s, the Latin Chamber of Commerce and activism in the 1980s-90s, and recent Hispanic population trends, economic and social issues, and politics. Includes bandw photos. For scholars of history, ethnic studies, and social work, as well as general readers. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Describes print and non-print materials available to study the mountain states in grades K-8.

All areas of the United States have been surveyed to insure balanced national coverage in this work on Hispanic Americans. The work covers individuals from a broad range of professions and occupations, including those involved in medicine, social issues, labour, sports, entertainment, religion, business, law, journalism, science and technology, education, politics and literature. Listees have been selected on the basis of achievement in their fields and/or for considerable civic responsibility.