Collisions at the Crossroads - (American Crossroads) by Genevieve Carpio (Paperback)

The book "Collisions at the Crossroads" is a groundbreaking study that examines how mobility has shaped identity in the American West, with a focus on the Inland Empire region of California.

The author, Genevieve Carpio, argues that forces such as historical societies, Indian boarding schools, bicycle ordinances, alien land laws, immigration policy, traffic checkpoints, fair housing, and Route 66 heritage have constructed a racial hierarchy by allowing some people to move freely while limiting the mobility of others.

Through a detailed examination of these factors, Carpio reveals how local authorities have controlled place and mobility, labor, and race in the region over the past century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex relationship between mobility and racial formation in the American West.

With its focus on the Inland Empire region, Collisions at the Crossroads provides a unique perspective on this important topic and sheds new light on the ways in which mobility has been used to shape identity in this region.

Whether you are a scholar of race and place, critical race theory, or the spatial histories of Greater Los Angeles, this book is an essential addition to your collection.

So why wait? Order your copy of Collisions at the Crossroads today and discover the fascinating story of how mobility has shaped identity in the American West!