The Significance of Chinatown Development to a Multicultural America

The Significance of Chinatown Development to a Multicultural America by Zen Tong Chunhua Zheng

The Houston Chinatown’s dramatic transformation from a Chinese enclave decades ago to a continually expanding multiethnic boomtown today contrasts development stagnation in many other traditional American Chinatowns. This pioneer study delineates the evolution of Houston’s two Chinatowns, from the emergence and decline of Old Chinatown to the subsequent development and vibrant growth of New Chinatown – spanning nearly a century. Zheng and Zou delve into the distinctive character of New Chinatown, underscoring its innovative progress that sets it apart from the nation’s oldest major Chinatowns, a quintessentially Houston story. They also probe the immigrant experience, political landscape, and socioeconomic dynamics that influenced the Chinatowns’ metamorphoses. Scanning the community’s collective response to the dire impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on New Chinatown, the chapters examine the latest development trends in the New Chinatown areas, shedding light on the extent to which they are upholding, or deviating from, traditional practices. Furthermore, the book explores the significance of these trends to the local community and beyond, alongside their wider implications. Amidst the growth challenges encountered by numerous Chinatowns across America, this timely work offers insightful perspectives on a sustainable model for urban and community development, as demonstrated by the transformative journey of Houston’s New Chinatown.

Zen Tong Chunhua Zheng serves as Director of Communications at the Houston Community College System and Research Fellow at the University of Houston Asian American Studies Center, USA.

Yali Zou is Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies and University Endowed Professor for Global Leadership Studies at the University of Houston, USA. Zou is also the University’s Director of Asian American Studies Center and Asian International Program.

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ISBN 13	9781804553770
ISBN 10	1804553778
Title	The Significance of Chinatown Development to a Multicultural America
Author	Zen Tong Chunhua Zheng
Series	Emerald Points
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Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Emerald Publishing Limited
Year published	2023-12-07
Number of pages	232
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