The The Significance of Past and Present Immigration to the American People Ross, Edward Alsworth 1866-1951 creator text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Old World in the New" by Edward Alsworth Ross is a sociological study written in the early 20th century. The book examines the effects and significance of immigration on American society, tracing the characteristics and contributions of various immigrant groups to the development of the United States. It explores themes such as cultural assimilation, economic impact, and the evolving identity of the American populace in light of the influx of diverse ethnicities. The opening of the work provides a thoughtful preface, arguing against a purely humanitarian view of immigration, framing it as a complex issue that involves both the benefits to immigrants and the potential consequences for the host nation. Ross reflects on the transformative power of immigration in spreading democratic ideals globally, using anecdotes to illustrate the emotional and social stakes involved. He conveys a nuanced understanding of immigration, recognizing both the struggles faced by new arrivals and the responsibility to maintain the standards and values that define the nation. This introduction sets the tone for a deeper exploration of the many facets of immigration and its role in shaping American society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2015-01-13 Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Immigrants -- United States Noncitizens -- United States United States -- Emigration and immigration JV Original publication data not identified 14017155 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47954 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47954 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134113.0 47954