For one semester/one quarter Sociology courses in Race and Ethnic Relations.
Richard Schaefer grew up in Chicago in the 1960's, at a time when neighborhoods were going through transitions in ethnic and racial composition. He found himself fascinated by what was happening, how people were reacting, and how these changes were affecting neighborhoods and people's jobs. These experiences led to a career in sociolog, and he is now a leading scholar on racial and ethnic relations.
This book grew out of his desire to help students to understand the changing dynamics of the U.S. population. This text is an accessible, comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the issues confronting racial and ethnic groups in both the U.S. and other countries. Organized first by issues and then by major racial and ethnic groups. The text examines each group’s history, explores its current situation, and its concerns for the future.
Details: I appreciate the time frame in which this book was shipped to me. It arrived in about 1 wk or less. It was very much needed for my online college course, and it came right on time. Keep up the good work.
Review Summary: I am happy
Date: 2008-10-18
Details: I have no complaints. Book came with another order on the same day within the time promised. Perfect condition, packeged well.
Review Summary: Good for beginners
Date: 2008-10-01
Details: This is a great book for those who have already studied in a basic Sociology course and would like to broaden his/her studies on Race, Ethnicity and Multiculturalism. This textbook is nicely organized and is written in a simple, straight-forward way.
Review Summary: Shipped fast, Great Condition
Date: 2008-04-25
Details: I needed this book for college, item was much cheaper then purchasing from school. Shipped very fast, arrived in excellent condition. No marks, highlighting, no damage. The book also came with a cd-rom.
Review Summary: Great book
Date: 2008-01-15
Details: Thankfully my college has a textbook rental system, but I think that if I were required to purchase this book, it is one that I would actually end up keeping. I have never really been able to sit down and read a textbook, but this one is different.
It may just be personal opinion, but I think that learning about the origins and evolution of various racial/ethnic/religious groups is incredibly interesting. I feel that Schaefer's presentation of the mateiral is very comprehensive (but not overly detailed) and, as far as I can tell, free of bias. A wide spectrum of groups are covered, the material is easy to read, and the graphics in the text--especially the charts and maps--help visually represent the text.
Overall, I think that this is one of the best textbooks that I have come into contact with, and I would highly recommend it.
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