描述
Unveiling the Apocalyptic Roots of U.S. Immigration Policy
Immigration and Apocalypse reveals how the Book of Revelation has shaped American attitudes toward immigration from the colonial era to today. Yii-Jan Lin uncovers the powerful biblical imagery that influenced explorers, lawmakers, and public opinion, framing America as a “New Jerusalem” with guarded gates.
What You’ll Learn
- The historic use of apocalyptic language to justify exclusion
- How Revelation-inspired metaphors fueled xenophobia and policy
- The role of sermons, speeches, and media in shaping immigration narratives
- Connections to Chinese exclusion, disease rhetoric, citizenship contradictions, and border walls
Who This Book Is For
- Readers of American history and immigration studies
- Scholars of religion, politics, and cultural rhetoric
- Anyone seeking a deeper understanding of modern immigration debates
Order now to uncover the hidden apocalyptic logic behind America’s immigration story.