Arabs of Chicagoland

Arabs first settled in Chicagoland in the mid-19th century, when immigrants from all parts of the world were flowing steadily into the U.S. As tensions in the Arab world flared, immigration increased the first to arrive were Lebanese Christians, followed by Muslim Palestinians. Today, there are more than 250,000 Arabs in the Chicago area, with equal numbers of Christians and Muslims. A part of the fabric of Chicago, Arabs serve in many roles, from business leaders to elected officials to judges, doctors, engineers, journalists, and more. In the wake of the tragedy of September 11, 2001, Arab Americans have come under great scrutiny and have suffered much misunderstanding. Now, this book, which explores their integral role in Chicagoland s growth, is especially important."

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Published: 08/17/2005
ISBN: 9780738534176
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 9.36h x 6.56w x 0.34d

Review Citations: Reference and Research Bk News 05/01/2007 pg. 69