Sons of Italy: A Social and Religious Study of the Italians in America

""Sons of Italy: A Social and Religious Study of the Italians in America"" by Antonio Mangano is a comprehensive exploration of the Italian-American community in the United States. The book delves into the social and religious aspects of Italian-American culture, examining the ways in which Italian immigrants preserved their traditions and adapted to American society.Mangano draws on a wide range of sources, including personal interviews, historical documents, and statistical data, to provide a rich and nuanced portrait of Italian-American life. He explores topics such as family structure, community organization, religious practices, and the role of Italian-American organizations such as the Order Sons of Italy in America.Throughout the book, Mangano emphasizes the importance of religion in the lives of Italian-Americans, tracing the evolution of Catholicism among Italian immigrants and its enduring influence on their cultural identity. He also examines the challenges faced by Italian-Americans in the United States, including discrimination, poverty, and the struggle to balance their Italian heritage with their American identity.""Sons of Italy"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Italian-Americans in the United States. It offers a detailed and insightful analysis of the social and religious forces that have shaped this vibrant and resilient community, and provides a compelling portrait of the ongoing struggle to maintain a distinct Italian-American identity in the face of assimilation and cultural change.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.