Situating "race" and Racisms in Time, Space, and Theory

Download or read book Situating "race" and Racisms in Time, Space, and Theory written by Jo-Anne Lee and published by McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP. This book was released on 2005 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection explores the strengths and weaknesses of postmodern social theory in the struggle against racism. Recognizing diversity as a conduit for resilience, endurance, and strength, the editors have tried to encourage coalition building by bringing together historians, sociologists, cultural theorists, and literary scholars in dialogue with artists and activists. Topics considered include nation formation, racialized states, cultural racism, multiculturalism, hyphenated and mixed-race identities, media and representation, and shifting identities.