Essays on Immigrants

In 1892, Ellis Island has historically been one of the most important immigration stations. Until its closure in 1954, it served its purpose. A detailed perspective on migration during this time shows that although the process was not very smooth, the entry into the United States was comparatively simpler than the...

The Cuban Swimmer is a one-act play in the tradition of magical realism. The drama depicts the trials and tribulations of a Cuban family in America. The main character, Margarita Suarez, is competing in the Women's Swim to Catalina. Eduardo Suarez, Margarita's father, Aida, her mum, Simon, Margarita's brother, and...

In James Luna’s piece, I’ve Always Wanted to be an American He responds to the position played by the Indian stereotype in the creativeness of the United States. He addresses some of the white stereotypes from the old days and the hopes for an envisaged native life. For long, white Americans...