Anti-racismThis introductory text provides students for the first time with an historical and international analysis of the development of anti-racism. Drawing on sources from around the world, the author explains the roots and describes the practice of anti-racism in Western and non-Western societies from Britain and the United States to Malaysia and Peru. Topics covered include: * the historical roots of anti-racism * race issues within organisations * the practice of anti-racism * the politics of backlash. This lively, concise book will be an indispensable resource for all students interested in issues of race, ethnicity and in contemporary society more generally. |
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| Title | Anti-racism Key ideas |
| Author | Alastair Bonnett |
| Edition | reprint |
| Publisher | Psychology Press, 2000 |
| ISBN | 0415171202, 9780415171205 |
| Length | 193 pages |
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