Beyond La Frontera

Providing a comprehensive and up-to-date historical overview of Mexican migration to the U.S. <em>Beyond la Frontera: The History of Mexico-U.S. Migration</em> examines the transnational and historical impact of migratory trends as they developed in Mexico and the U.S. from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day. Featuring essays by leading authors in the field the book utilizes both a chronological and thematic structure referencing mutually influential periods in Mexican and Mexican-American history. Taking into consideration the bi-national historical factors and narrative constructions of Mexican migration <em>Beyond la Frontera</em> also describes how we may better understand the persistent legislative debates surrounding migrant rights and national sovereignty.