Name: City of Hope, City of Rage: Miami, 1968–1994 (The Modern South) (en Inglés)
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Author: Dr. Seth A. Weitz
ISBN: 9780817321987

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City of Hope, City of Rage: Miami, 1968–1994 (The Modern South) (en Inglés)

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University Alabama Press

Autor

Dr. Seth A. Weitz

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Inglés

N° páginas

308

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Tapa Dura

ISBN13

9780817321987

City of Hope, City of Rage: Miami, 1968–1994 (The Modern South) (en Inglés)

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City of Hope, City of Rage gives a fascinating account of three turbulent and transformative decades in the history of Miami. Marked by mass immigration, racially motivated uprisings, economic inequity, rising crime, and social change, Miami's history from 1968 to 1994 saw the city evolve rapidly from a predominantly white southern city and vacation spot into a global, Hispanic-majority metropolis with an international tourist base. And yet Miami remains highly segregated today. Exploring beyond the clichés of the Magic City as a bastion of hope for immigrants, a fantasy of beaches and art deco architecture, or a hotbed of drugs and crime, historian Seth A. Weitz reveals the social, political, and cultural shifts that transformed the city. Utilizing archival research and personal stories to reveal the diverse experiences of Miami's Black, Latinx, Jewish, and LGBTQ+ communities, Weitz explores the struggles for social justice, the rise of the drug trade, and the ongoing fight to mold Miami's image. A Miami native, Weitz challenges simplistic narratives about the city, revealing a place defined by hope, rage, and struggle for identity. Illuminating the way Miami is defined and who gets to define it, City of Hope, City of Rage offers a fresh perspective on this vibrant and complex city, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Miami's unique history.