the basics Kivisto, Peter creator Croll, Paul R. text bibliography enk Abingdon, Oxon New York Routledge 2012 monographic eng

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xi, 191 p. : ill. ; 20 cm. Race and ethnicity have shaped the social, cultural and political character of much of the world, and remain an important influence on contemporary life in the 21st Century. Race and Ethnicity: The Basics is an accessible introduction to these potent forces. Topics covered include: The forms and dynamics of racial and ethnic relations. The dynamics of inequality. The relationship between prejudice and discrimination. Ethnic conflict Models of inclusion. Including plenty of examples, chapter summaries and a glossary, this book is an essential read for all those interested in the contested field of race and ethnicity Defining the subject -- Prejudice and discrimination -- The dynamics of inequality -- Ethnic conflict -- Modes of incorporation -- Epilogue general Peter Kivisto and Paul R. Croll Includes bibliographical references and index Race Case studies Ethnic groups Case studies Social conflict Case studies Racism Social aspects Ethnicity Social aspects 9780415773737 (hbk. : alk. paper) 0415773733 (hbk. : alk. paper) 9780415773744 (pbk. : alk. paper) 0415773741 (pbk. : alk. paper) 9780203181072 (ebook) 0203181077 (ebook) UMP 150618 20251125100155.0 vtls000088458