Undocumented Lives: The Untold Story of Mexican Migration

Undocumented Lives is a groundbreaking book that tells the untold story of Mexican migration. Based on extensive research and interviews, the book provides a nuanced and comprehensive account of the lives of undocumented Mexican immigrants in the United States.

Undocumented Lives: The Untold Story of Mexican Migration

by Ana Raquel Minian

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
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The book begins by exploring the historical roots of Mexican migration to the United States. The authors argue that Mexican migration is not a new phenomenon, but rather a product of centuries of economic, social, and political forces. They trace the roots of Mexican migration to the Mexican-American War of 1846-1848, which resulted in the United States annexing half of Mexico's territory. This annexation created a new bFree Download between the United States and Mexico, and it has been a major factor in Mexican migration ever since.

The book also examines the economic factors that have driven Mexican migration to the United States. The authors argue that Mexican migration is primarily driven by economic factors, such as poverty, unemployment, and low wages in Mexico. They also discuss the role of U.S. immigration policy in shaping Mexican migration patterns.

The book's most important contribution is its focus on the everyday lives of undocumented Mexican immigrants. The authors provide a detailed and nuanced account of the challenges and hardships that undocumented immigrants face, as well as their hopes and dreams for the future. They discuss the challenges of finding work, housing, and healthcare, as well as the fear of deportation. They also explore the ways that undocumented immigrants have created a thriving community in the United States, and the ways that they have contributed to American society.

Undocumented Lives is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complex issue of Mexican migration. The book provides a nuanced and comprehensive account of the lives of undocumented Mexican immigrants, and it challenges the stereotypes and misconceptions that often surround this issue.

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"Undocumented Lives is a groundbreaking book that provides a nuanced and comprehensive account of the lives of undocumented Mexican immigrants in the United States. The authors have done an excellent job of weaving together historical, economic, and social analysis with personal narratives to create a rich and textured portrait of this important and often misunderstood population."

- Douglas S. Massey, Henry G. Bryant Professor of Sociology and Public Affairs, Princeton University

"Undocumented Lives is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complex issue of Mexican migration. The book provides a wealth of information about the history, causes, and consequences of Mexican migration to the United States. It also challenges the stereotypes and misconceptions that often surround this issue."

- Jorge G. Castañeda, former Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Mexico

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Undocumented Lives: The Untold Story of Mexican Migration

by Ana Raquel Minian

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	9332 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	328 pages

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