Racial and Ethnic Relations

by Joe R. Feagin

A theoretically informed and empirical exploration of the diversity, depth, and significance of racial and ethnic relations in the U.S., this book is organized by racial-ethnic groups rather then by issues. Drawing heavily on a broad range of research sources -- that dig deep into the "what," "why, " and "how" of racial and ethnic oppression and conflict -- it examines 15 major racial and ethnic groups with regard to their incorporation, economic circumstances, political development, and experience with exploitation -- with special reference to the assimilation and power conflict (theoretical) perspectives. Covers a comprehensive new theory of racial oppression; increasing demographic concentration of people of color; racism; issues of racial change; and housing discrimination & segregation.

Genres: Race, Nonfiction

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1983

About the author

Joe R. Feagin is a U.S. sociologist and social theorist who has conducted extensive research on racial and gender issues, especially in regard to the United States. He is currently the Ella C. McFadden and Distinguished Professor at Texas A&M University. Feagin has taught at the University of Massachusetts (Boston), University of California (Riverside), University of Texas (Austin), University of Florida, and Texas A&M University.

Feagin has done much research work on race and ethnic relations and has served as the scholar in residence at the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. He has written over 60 books, one of which (Ghetto Revolts) was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize. He is the 2006 recipient of a Harvard Alumni Association achievement award and was the 1999-2000 president of the American Sociological Association.

Reviews

[Jerome Kuseh · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great insight into the complex subject of race in America.

[Amber Nichole · Rating 4 out of 5]

A necessary read

[Rene · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well-executed literature review that in some ways surpasses the seminal Cornell and Hartmann.

[Nicholle · Rating 3 out of 5]

interesting enough text book.

[Daivd · Rating 2 out of 5]

Too many hot buttons, not enough kool kats. Very dense material... It read like a seizure at times and lacked genuine guidelines as to how relations can be improved across lines.