The Store in the Hood: A Century of Ethnic Business and Conflict

by Steven J. Gold

Book Overview

The Store in the Hood is a comprehensive study of conflicts between immigrant merchants and customers throughout the U.S. during the 20th century. The book draws on published research, official statistics, interviews, and ethnographic data collected from diverse locations to discuss the many causes of these disputes--determined by society's larger structure. The book also suggests possible solutions.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1442206241
• ISBN13: 9781442206243
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Globe Pequot Publishing Group Inc/Bloomsbury
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 22 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher