TY - BOOK AU - Kivisto,Peter AU - Croll,Paul R. TI - Race and ethnicity: the basics T2 - The basics SN - 9780415773737 (hbk. : alk. paper) PY - 2012/// CY - Abingdon, Oxon, New York PB - Routledge KW - Race KW - Case studies KW - Ethnic groups KW - Social conflict KW - Racism KW - Social aspects KW - Ethnicity N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Defining the subject -- Prejudice and discrimination -- The dynamics of inequality -- Ethnic conflict -- Modes of incorporation -- Epilogue N2 - 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 ER -