This book provides concise coverage of the major Asian American groups from both an historical and socio-cultural perspective. Coverage of each major groupChinese, Japanese, Filipinos, Asian Indians, Koreans, Pacific Islanders, and newer Asian American groupsespecially those from Southeast Asia and South Asiaprovides readers with a balanced overview of all cultures within US Asian society. Content reflects developments of the late 1990s and includes updated demographic information. For research in sociology, history, and ethnic studies professions.