Beyond Words

More than four hundred candid images showcase thirty of the most prominent ethnic groups within the United States; the book includes a brief history of each group that enhances the appreciation for its distinctive culture, provides insight into its members' character, and lends a perspective on why they came to the United States.

More than four hundred candid images showcase thirty of the most prominent ethnic groups within the United States; the book includes a brief history of each group that enhances the appreciation for its distinctive culture, provides insight into its members' character, and lends a perspective on why they came to the United States.

The book is organized into six periods of time, each focusing on specific ethnic migrations and their impact on American society. Actor Edward James Olmos shares his personal pride and profound respect for his own rich cultural heritage and its diversity in an elegant foreword.

The final chapter culminates in the author's reflections upon the reality that although the United States is a medley of different cultures, collectively, we are one people.