Explaining ethnic differences by David Mason
This book focuses on the changing terrain of ethnic disadvantage in Britain, drawing on up-to-date sources. It goes further than texts that merely describe ethnic inequalities to explore and explain their dynamic nature. It suggests that the increasing diversity of experience among different ethnic groups is a key to understanding continuing and emerging tensions and conflicts. Explaining ethnic differences: provides up to date data and analysis of ethnic diversity and changing patterns of disadvantage in Britain; - covers key areas of social life, including demographic trends, education, employment, housing, health, gender, and policing and community disorder; - is written by leading experts in the field; - addresses issues of urgent public importance in the context of recent community disorder and the resurgence of the far right. - The book is essential reading for policy makers in central and local government; academics, postgraduate students and advanced undergraduates in the social sciences; social work, health, education and housing professionals; and criminal justice personnel.
".. an essential read for anyone interested in 'race' and ethnicity studies, including students, academics and those within policy-making institutions. The book should be read as an introductory text to some of the key issues within the study of race and ethnicity." BSA Network Newsletter
"... this volume provides new insights into the factors that shape the lives of nearly seven percent (p.3) of the UK population. As such it will not only provide an interesting and informative reference for researchers who contribute to the literature in this field, but also to policy makers who are working towards reducing inequalities and disadvantages for all ethnic groups." Work, Employment and Society
"... lively and engaging... a thought-provoking book, which far from merely describing ethnic inequalities aims to explore and explain them." Ethnic and Racial Studies "This is an excellent text which will prove an invaluable complement to others." Journal of Social Policy
"This important new book will do much to enhance our knowledge of the differences as well as the similarities between ethnic minority communities in British society. It brings together a wealth of original research that addresses this important issue from a range of perspectives." John Solomos, Centre for the Study of Race and Ethnicity, Department of Sociology, City University, London
"... this volume provides new insights into the factors that shape the lives of nearly seven percent (p.3) of the UK population. As such it will not only provide an interesting and informative reference for researchers who contribute to the literature in this field, but also to policy makers who are working towards reducing inequalities and disadvantages for all ethnic groups." Work, Employment and Society
"... lively and engaging... a thought-provoking book, which far from merely describing ethnic inequalities aims to explore and explain them." Ethnic and Racial Studies "This is an excellent text which will prove an invaluable complement to others." Journal of Social Policy
"This important new book will do much to enhance our knowledge of the differences as well as the similarities between ethnic minority communities in British society. It brings together a wealth of original research that addresses this important issue from a range of perspectives." John Solomos, Centre for the Study of Race and Ethnicity, Department of Sociology, City University, London
David Mason is Professor of Sociology and Head of the School of Sociology, Politics and Law at the University of Plymouth.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781861344670 |
| ISBN 10 | 1861344678 |
| Title | Explaining ethnic differences |
| Author | David Mason |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Policy Press |
| Year published | 2003-07-23 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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