Migrant Farm Workers: The Temporary People

Altman provides a strong foundation of knowledge on the history of migrant workers in America, looking at the early treatment of native peoples & immigrants from Ireland & China. The focus then shifts to migrant labor in California & the efforts of Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta, & others to organize these workers. There are details about union efforts for migrant workers in Texas, Ohio, & Florida as well. This is a thorough book with a well-organized presentation of information. There are many quotations that add personal insights to these events. Source notes, bibliography, & index. Part of the Impact Book series.Altman, Linda Jacobs is the author of 'Migrant Farm Workers: The Temporary People' with ISBN 9780531130339 and ISBN 0531130339.