Immigrant Pastoral examines the growth of new Mexican heritage communities in the Midwest through the physical form of their cities and neighborhoods. The landscapes of these New Communities contrast with nearby small cities that are home to longstanding Mexican-American communities; where different landscapes reveal a history of inequality of opportunity. Together these two landscape types illustrate how inequality can persist or abate through comprehensive descriptions of the three main types of Midwestern Mexican-American landscapes: Established Communities; New Communities; and Mixed Communities. Each is described in spatial and non-spatial terms; with a focus on one example city. Specific directives about design and planning work in each landscape type follow these descriptions; presented in case studies of hypothetical landscape architectural projects. Subsequent chapters discuss less common Midwestern Mexican-American landscape types and their opportunities for design and planning; and implications for other immigrant communities in other places.This story of places shaped by immigrants new and old and the reactions of other residents to their arrival is critical to the future of all cities; towns; and neighborhoods striving to weather the economic transformations and demographic shifts of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The challenges facing these cities demand the recognition and appreciation of their multicultural assets; in order to craft a bright and inclusive future.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Shawn D-VBy SusanabeitaJane Brodys "The Actors Business Plan" was a very helpful book as a young actor. Ive always thought Id have to enter the professional world blind sighted after college. but after reading this. I have a clear vision and plan for my career. Jane writes about the truth of being an actor. and how you must be ready with a plan in order to get the best outcome of what you want in your career. She doesnt beat around the bush. but instead tells you the straight truth in a realistic sense.I recommend this book to every actor who takes their career seriously. but doesnt necessarily know how to plan ahead for this business. It helps. trust me. This book leaves you determined to follow through your plans and make sure they go through.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Applause. applause!By Joyce McGreevyI was hooked from the moment I read the back cover. No less than three acclaimed actors--including an Emmy award winner. an Oscar nominee. and an Encore winnermdash;have heaped major praise on Jane Drake Brodyrsquo;s acting principles and techniques. After reading it. I see why.Brody. an award-winning casting director. director. actress. and teacher. who has coached Eric Stonestreet. Michael Shannon. Harry Lennix. and many other distinguished actors. has distilled her wisdom into a highly engaging and practical guide. This is a must-read for acting students. acting teachers. and anybody who wants to know how the acting business really works.The Actorrsquo;s Business Plan is out to break new ground and it succeeds superbly. Brody takes the reader step by step through the development of a five-year plan; offers a wealth of resources about markets for television and film; and demystifies several of the myths about the business. Along the way. she charms the reader with delightful memoir. wise insight. and frank commentary. Above all. this very affordable guide is designed to be a reference that you can go back to again and again. for years.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The New StandardBy VentureVideoI teach seniors in a BFA Acting and Musical Theatre program. Their final course. covering the business and auditions. has always been the most challenging of all our courses to teach - there is just so much material to cover to help these young actors prepare for the profession. The Actors Business Plan has made the job much. much easier. Jane Brodys book has a curricular flow. professional savvy and no-nonsense personality that is perfect for these young professionals. From cover to cover the author offers an acting primer while staying true to the books cover. This professor says: "Recommended reading for performers and artists both young and old!"
