📖 Overview
David M. Reimers is an American historian and professor emeritus at New York University, recognized for his extensive work on immigration history in the United States. His research and publications have focused particularly on post-1945 immigration patterns and policies.
Reimers' most influential work, "Still the Golden Door: The Third World Comes to America," published in 1985 and updated in 1992, established him as a leading authority on modern American immigration. The book examines the significant shift in immigration patterns following the Immigration Act of 1965, which led to increased migration from Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
His other notable works include "Unwelcome Strangers: American Identity and the Turn Against Immigration" and "Other Immigrants: The Global Origins of the American People." These publications analyze the complex relationships between immigration policy, public opinion, and American national identity.
Reimers has contributed significantly to academic discourse through his teaching at New York University and his numerous articles in scholarly journals. His research continues to be cited in contemporary discussions of immigration policy and the changing demographic landscape of the United States.
👀 Reviews
Students and researchers value Reimers' factual presentation of immigration history and detailed analysis of policy changes. Most reviews mention the clear writing style and thorough documentation in his immigration texts.
What readers liked:
- Detailed statistical data and policy explanations
- Balanced treatment of complex immigration issues
- Strong source citations and research
- Clear chronological organization
What readers disliked:
- Dense academic writing style can be dry
- Some passages heavy with statistics
- Limited coverage of personal immigrant stories
- Higher price point for academic texts
Ratings across platforms:
- Goodreads: 3.8/5 (83 ratings) for "Still the Golden Door"
- Amazon: 4.2/5 (26 reviews) for "Other Immigrants"
- Academic citation indexes show high usage in university settings
One reader noted: "Excellent reference for immigration policy research, though not an engaging casual read." Another commented: "The data and analysis are solid but needed more human elements to balance the statistics."
📚 Books by David M. Reimers
Still the Golden Door: The Third World Comes to America (1985)
Examines U.S. immigration from Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean after 1965, including policy changes and their societal impact.
Unwelcome Strangers: American Identity and the Turn Against Immigration, 1880-1930 (1998) Analyzes the rise of immigration restriction in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Unwanted: Muslim Immigrants, Dignity, and Drug Dealing (2006) Documents the experiences of Muslim immigrants in New York City who turned to drug dealing after facing discrimination and limited economic opportunities.
The World Comes to America: Immigration to the United States Since 1945 (2014) Chronicles post-WWII immigration patterns to the United States, including refugee policies and the effects of the Immigration Act of 1965.
Other Immigrants: The Global Origins of the American People (2005) Explores the diversity of immigrant groups beyond the commonly discussed European immigration waves, focusing on Asian, African, and Latin American immigration.
Unwelcome Strangers: American Identity and the Turn Against Immigration, 1880-1930 (1998) Analyzes the rise of immigration restriction in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Unwanted: Muslim Immigrants, Dignity, and Drug Dealing (2006) Documents the experiences of Muslim immigrants in New York City who turned to drug dealing after facing discrimination and limited economic opportunities.
The World Comes to America: Immigration to the United States Since 1945 (2014) Chronicles post-WWII immigration patterns to the United States, including refugee policies and the effects of the Immigration Act of 1965.
Other Immigrants: The Global Origins of the American People (2005) Explores the diversity of immigrant groups beyond the commonly discussed European immigration waves, focusing on Asian, African, and Latin American immigration.
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