Race and Culture: A World View
| AUTHOR | Sowell, Thomas |
| PUBLISHER | Basic Books (06/16/1995) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
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From renowned economist Thomas Sowell, an examination of why different races and cultures succeed or fail "A robust, neo-conservative romp through the minefield of contemporary race relations."--New York Times What causes differences between ethnic groups and cultures? Why do some seem to succeed while others struggle? In this classic book, renowned economist Thomas Sowell answers these questions and more as he dispels common misconceptions about the causes of success--or failure--for different races and cultures. Encompassing more than a decade of research around the globe, Sowell argues that cultural capital has far more impact than politics, prejudice, or genetics on the social and economic fates of minorities, nations, and civilizations. Bold and compelling, Race and Culture is essential reading for those looking to cut through the muddle of modern racial discourse.
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ISBN-13:
9780465067978
ISBN-10:
0465067972
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
352
Carton Quantity:
20
Product Dimensions:
5.00 x 0.90 x 7.90 inches
Weight:
0.60 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
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Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Social Science | Cultural & Ethnic Studies - General
Social Science | Sociology - General
Social Science | Anthropology - Cultural & Social
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level:
0
Point Value:
0
Guided Reading Level:
Not Applicable
Dewey Decimal:
305.8
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From renowned economist Thomas Sowell, an examination of why different races and cultures succeed or fail "A robust, neo-conservative romp through the minefield of contemporary race relations."--New York Times What causes differences between ethnic groups and cultures? Why do some seem to succeed while others struggle? In this classic book, renowned economist Thomas Sowell answers these questions and more as he dispels common misconceptions about the causes of success--or failure--for different races and cultures. Encompassing more than a decade of research around the globe, Sowell argues that cultural capital has far more impact than politics, prejudice, or genetics on the social and economic fates of minorities, nations, and civilizations. Bold and compelling, Race and Culture is essential reading for those looking to cut through the muddle of modern racial discourse.
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Author:
Sowell, Thomas
Thomas Sowell is a Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He has been a professor of economics at leading American colleges and universities, and has lectured in Singapore, Israel, Switzerland, and Germany, as well as across the United States.
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