Chicana/o-Latina/o Youth and the Making of Identity

Based on a three- year research study, this book presents a rich and immersive ethnographic exploration of the experiences of Chicana/ o- Latina/ o students and the Chicana/ o- Latina/ o scholastic youth culture in American middle schools.The author provides insights into the diverse heritage of contemporary American school life, exploring the politics of social identity categories, and taking a n...