Full Description
This book presents a wide-ranging overview of current debates and research in issues relating to race and ethnicity in contemporary British society. It focuses on the extent of racial inequality while encapsulating the character of recent theories and debates that focus on issues of ethnic diversity and culture. It adopts a primarily sociological approach, using recent studies to assess the changing profile of race and ethnicity in Britain.
Contents
The Social Construction of Race and Ethnicity
Migration, Race and Ethnic Diversity
Institutional Racism and the Underclass Thesis: Minority Ethnic Groups in the Labour Market
Social Exclusion and the Geography of Race and Ethnicity
Ethnicity and Education
Cultural Representations and Changing Ethnic Identities
The Politics of Race and Citizenship
Conclusion: The Future of Multi-Ethnic Britain.
