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A Different Mirror For Young People: A History Of Multicultural America (For Young People Series)
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A Longtime Professor Of Ethnic Studies At The University Of California At Berkeley, Ronald Takaki Was Recognized As One Of The Foremost Scholars Of American Ethnic History And Diversity. When The First Edition Of A Different Mirror Was Published In 1993, Publishers Weekly Called It A Brilliant Revisionist History Of America That Is Likely To Become A Classic Of Multicultural Studies And Named It One Of The Ten Best Books Of The Year. Now Rebecca Stefoff, Who Adapted Howard Zinn'S Bestselling A People'S History Of The United States For Younger Readers, Turns The Updated 2008 Edition Of Takaki'S Multicultural Masterwork Into A Different Mirror For Young People.Drawing On Takaki'S Vast Array Of Primary Sources, And Staying True To His Own Words Whenever Possible, A Different Mirror For Young People Brings Ethnic History Alive Through The Words Of People, Including Teenagers, Who Recorded Their Experiences In Letters, Diaries, And Poems. Like Zinn'S A People'S History, Takaki'S A Different Mirror Offers A Rich And Rewarding People'S View Perspective On The American Story.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Different Mirror for Young People'? A: The book focuses on the multicultural history of America, presenting a diverse perspective through the voices and experiences of various ethnic groups.
- Q: Who is the author of the original book and who adapted it for young readers? A: The original book was written by Ronald Takaki, and the adapted version for young readers was done by Rebecca Stefoff.
- Q: What age group is 'A Different Mirror for Young People' intended for? A: The book is aimed at younger readers, making complex historical themes accessible to adolescents.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 384 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'A Different Mirror for Young People' published? A: The book was published on October 16, 2012.
- Q: Is this book a new or used item? A: The book is listed as a new item.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'A Different Mirror'? A: The title suggests a re-examination of American history, encouraging readers to look at historical events from multiple cultural perspectives.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: Yes, this edition is described as illustrated.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: Themes of diversity, ethnic identity, and the experiences of marginalized groups in American history are explored throughout the book.