Latinos In America Philosophy And Social Identity Jorge J E Graciaauth by Jorge J. E. Gracia(auth.) 9780470696484, 9781405176590, 0470696486, 1405176598 instant download after payment.

A first-of-its-kind book that seriously and profoundly examines what it means philosophically to be Latino and where Latinos fit in American society.
* Offers a fresh perspective and clearer understanding of Latin American thought and culture, rejecting
answers based on stereotypes and fear
* Takes an interdisciplinary approach to the philosophical, social, and political elements of Hispanic/Latino
identity, touching upon anthropology, history, cultural studies and sociology, as well as philosophy
* Written by Jorge J. E. Gracia, one of the most influential thinkers of Hispanic/Latino descentContent:
Chapter 1 Identities: General and Particular (pages 3–26):
Chapter 2 Individuation: Circularity and Demarcation (pages 27–46):
Chapter 3 Labels: Politics and Names (pages 47–74):
Chapter 4 Marketplace: Survival and Flourishing (pages 77–94):
Chapter 5 Affirmative Action: Meaning and Justification (pages 95–111):
Chapter 6 Linguistic Rights: Language and Children (pages 112–125):
Chapter 7 Philosophy: Latino vs American (pages 131–157):
Chapter 8 Canon: Place and Future (pages 158–184):
Chapter 9 History: Role and Approach (pages 185–207):