A Statement for Non-Exclusion (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2022
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. This book delves into the historical relationship between China and the United States, examining the complex social and economic factors that have shaped Chinese immigration to California. It begins by tracing the early trading history of the two nations and continues through the anti-Chinese sentiment and exclusion acts of the late 19th century, highlighting the hypocrisy and economic fallacies that fueled these policies. The book also explores the contributions of Chinese immigrants to California's development, particularly in the mining and manufacturing industries, and argues that their labor was essential to the state's early economy. Through a careful analysis of historical documents, the author demonstrates how the exclusion of Chinese immigrants was driven by fear and prejudice, rather than any legitimate economic concerns. This timely book sheds light on a significant chapter in American history and its relevance to contemporary immigration debates. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
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- Title
- A Statement for Non-Exclusion (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Patrick J. Healy
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2022
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1331196507
- ISBN 13
- 9781331196501
- Seller catalogs
- Political Theory and History
A careful look at immigration and civil liberty through the anti-Chinese movement
This nonfiction work gathers excerpts from newspapers, state documents, and the voices of California statesmen to trace the rise of anti-Asian exclusion. It presents the arguments, debates, and social pressures that shaped public opinion in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, while acknowledging the broader call for fair treatment and constitutional rights.
The book frames a complex history: it discusses motives, economic arguments, and the idea of preserving constitutional liberty as it relates to immigrant communities. It also credits contributors and sources that helped assemble the material, offering readers direct access to primary‑style excerpts and historical context without narrative fiction elements.
- Historical excerpts from newspapers, official papers, and speeches
- Accounts of legislative debates and public opinion surrounding anti-Asian exclusion
- Notes on the broader themes of liberty, citizenship, and economic policy
- Acknowledgments of collaborators and sources integral to the compilation
Ideal for readers of history, civil rights, and immigration policy who want a grounded look at how public opinion and policy evolved in California.
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.
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