Asians and Pacific Islanders in American Football: Historical and Contemporary Experiences
- ISBN-10
- 1498560989
- ISBN-13
- 9781498560986
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 306
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2018-05-04
- Publisher
- Lexington Books
- Authors
- Joel S. Franks, San Jose State University
Description
This study examines the historical and contemporary experiences of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders with American football. It analyzes how they have used the sport to maintain a sense of community while encountering racial exclusion, labor exploitation, and colonialism.
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