Voices of Italian America: A History of Early Italian American Literature with a Critical Anthology

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Focusing on the rich Italian-language literature in the United States from the Great Migration era to just after World War II, this anthology explores a vibrant cultural landscape. It highlights the voices from a nationwide Little Italy, showcasing how Italian immigrants engaged with their heritage through writing, conversation, and entertainment, often blending their native language with dialects and English. This collection aims to revive the overlooked literary contributions of the first-generation Italian-American community.