History matters : racial rules for blacks and Asians -- Mixed race, it's a family affair -- Mixed race identity, the racial chimera -- Axes of difference : race and intersections of class and gender -- Eurasian or Bangus? : other nations and mixed race -- Aging and identity : the embodiment of history -- Can we stand on both feet?
Summary:
"In the first book to focus on the experiences of older Americans of mixed race, Cathy J. Tashiro explores questions of identity and the significance of family experiences, aging and the life course, class, gender, and nationality. Portraying African American/white and Asian American/white individuals, the book highlights the poignant voices of people who have embodied the transgression of the color line. Their very existence violated deep cultural beliefs in the distinctiveness of the races for earlier generations. Based on extensive interviews, the book offers a unique perspective on the social construction of race and racism in America."--P. [4] of cover.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.