The Latino Studies Reader: Culture, Economy, and Society

"This rich collection is an indispensable reader for anyone interested in the diversity of Latino cultures and experiences in the United States. Its contentious and bold essays range from rethinking notions of Latino identities and cultures to exploring the sociopolitical implications of postindustrial change and global restructuring. This is without question an exciting and provocative collection of essays by some of the most important writers in Latino studies." – Mario Barrera, Department of Ethnic Studies, University of California, Berkeley

"Darder and Torres have brought together a remarkable collection of studies that illustrates the powerful work being done by and about Latinos and Latinas. Educators, students, and cultural workers throughout the United States and elsewhere will benefit from this work, which offers lucid commentaries and political strategies by leading cultural reassessing our positions and assumptions." – Peter McLaren Graduate School of Education and Information Studies, University of California, Los Angeles