Anything But Mexican - by Rodolfo F Acuna (Paperback)

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex history of Los Angeles's Mexican American community.

Written by one of the foremost scholars of Chicano studies, "Anything But Mexican" provides a comprehensive and nuanced analysis of the rise and rule of Antonio Villaraigosa, the city's first-ever Mexican American mayor, as well as the harsh pressures facing Chicanos in an increasingly unequal and gentrifying city.

The book challenges neoliberal interpretations of history that blame immigrants for the decline of Los Angeles and instead offers a powerful and provocative argument for why Latinos will not be dismissed.

With insights from leading scholars and activists, "Anything But Mexican" is a vital contribution to our understanding of the US's largest immigrant community and their role in shaping the country's political and social landscape.