The Way It Was and Other Writings

by Jesús Colón, Jesus Cohon, Jesus Coln

The Way It Was and Other Writings is an autobiographical recollection of life in the Hispanic and politically radical communities of New York City. This is testimonial account of the evolution of the Puerto Rican community in New York and its major figures and organizations. The book documents the strength, spirit of survival and solidarity, and life experiences that Colon shared with many other working-class migrants.

127 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1993

About the author

Jesús Colón (1901-1974) was a Puerto Rican writer of African descent who moved to Brooklyn, New York, at age 16. Colón wrote about his experiences as an immigrant and discussed how racism influences American culture