Review:
How The Irish Became White
overall review score: 4.5
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How the Irish Became White is a book by Noel Ignatiev that examines the historical process through which Irish immigrants transitioned from being marginalized and discriminated against to being accepted as part of the white American mainstream.
Key Features
- Historical analysis of Irish immigrant experience in America
- Exploration of race and ethnicity in America
- Discussion on whiteness and identity
Pros
- Insightful examination of race relations in America
- Well-researched and informative
- Provocative and thought-provoking
Cons
- May be controversial for some readers
- Critics argue that it oversimplifies complex social issues