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JACL in Quest of Justice by Bill Hosokawa ➤ William Morrow & Co 1982 First Edition
JACL in Quest of Justice by Bill Hosokawa William Morrow & Co 1982 First Edition
Title: JACL in Quest of Justice
Author: Bill Hosokawa
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: William Morrow & Co 1982
Edition: First Edition
ISBN: 9780688009946
Size: 6 X 9.5 * 383 pages
Synopsis: This history of the Japanese American Citizens League was written not only for its thirty thousand members but also to answer JACL's critics, notably the Sansei-third- generation Japanese Americans-many of whom believe their fathers should have resisted the Evacuation during World War II.
Did JACL chart a wise course of cooperation with the federal government, or did it betray American principles and its own con- stituents by urging them to accept evacuation to U.S. Army-operated concentration camps? One of the most important purposes of the book is to take the Sansei back to those tragic, controversial years and show them exactly what their fathers confronted. Not only did they meet that crisis in what seemed the only way feasible at the time, but JACL has fought for full rights of citizenship for Japanese Americans ever since the war with remarkable success-an extraordinary record of accomplishment despite limited resources and membership.
This book is for everyone concerned about ways in which Congress and the Supreme Court can fail to uphold the Constitution, and for those who will appreciate the story of one minority group's total-and nonviolent-victory over discrimination.
"Bill Hosokawa's fine new book should be required reading for all Americans interested in the principles of social justice and civil liberties.... The wartime relocation of thousands of Japanese Americans is, of course, a major event in JACL's history, and it is examined here with remarkable insight and attention to detail. As we once again debate this terrible era in our history, Hosokawa's work will be a valuable tool and reference. I welcome this book, and recommend it highly."
-CONGRESSMAN NORMAN Y. MINETA
Overall Condition: Better than Good with only small cosmetic deficiencies. The laminated? jacket is wrinkled up and stained from dampness. The book has been read but is in good condition. It has no issues to the cover, including scuff marks, holes or tears. The dust jacket has some wear and is included. The binding has minimal wear. The pages are undamaged with no creasing or tearing, no pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. There are no missing pages; see images.
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2026--U.S. shipping for this (Two Pounds Media Mail) is $5.13 with tracking.
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Title: JACL in Quest of Justice
Author: Bill Hosokawa
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: William Morrow & Co 1982
Edition: First Edition
ISBN: 9780688009946
Size: 6 X 9.5 * 383 pages
Synopsis: This history of the Japanese American Citizens League was written not only for its thirty thousand members but also to answer JACL's critics, notably the Sansei-third- generation Japanese Americans-many of whom believe their fathers should have resisted the Evacuation during World War II.
Did JACL chart a wise course of cooperation with the federal government, or did it betray American principles and its own con- stituents by urging them to accept evacuation to U.S. Army-operated concentration camps? One of the most important purposes of the book is to take the Sansei back to those tragic, controversial years and show them exactly what their fathers confronted. Not only did they meet that crisis in what seemed the only way feasible at the time, but JACL has fought for full rights of citizenship for Japanese Americans ever since the war with remarkable success-an extraordinary record of accomplishment despite limited resources and membership.
This book is for everyone concerned about ways in which Congress and the Supreme Court can fail to uphold the Constitution, and for those who will appreciate the story of one minority group's total-and nonviolent-victory over discrimination.
"Bill Hosokawa's fine new book should be required reading for all Americans interested in the principles of social justice and civil liberties.... The wartime relocation of thousands of Japanese Americans is, of course, a major event in JACL's history, and it is examined here with remarkable insight and attention to detail. As we once again debate this terrible era in our history, Hosokawa's work will be a valuable tool and reference. I welcome this book, and recommend it highly."
-CONGRESSMAN NORMAN Y. MINETA
Overall Condition: Better than Good with only small cosmetic deficiencies. The laminated? jacket is wrinkled up and stained from dampness. The book has been read but is in good condition. It has no issues to the cover, including scuff marks, holes or tears. The dust jacket has some wear and is included. The binding has minimal wear. The pages are undamaged with no creasing or tearing, no pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. There are no missing pages; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Two Pounds Media Mail) is $5.13 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
(PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY PAYMENT FROM OUTSIDE THE U.S.)
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Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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