Provides historical information on the growth of the folk- and outsider-art establishment within the twentieth century United States. Addresses the problems with defining this art form, contradictions between notions of schooling, and the negative impacts of success. Highlights art-world events and discourses that reflect the changing U.S.…

Explores the family farm as an economic institution and cultural symbol in U.S. history. Explains how farms worked as economic units. Contrasts the idyllic family farm against realities of business failures and family problems. Examines the family farm's role in shaping the U.S. character and asks what its essential demise will mean. (CH)

In the latter half of the nineteenth century five Chicano "bandidos" became prominant in Southwestern history. These "social bandits" were viewed by the dominant Anglo culture as outlaws and criminals; their people saw them as heroes and fighters for justice. Anglos had invaded Northern Mexico, disrupted the existing society,…