Racism: A Critical Analysis

The book traces the legacy of racism across three continents, from its origins to the present day, bringing a sophisticated neo-Marxist analysis to bear on a muti-faceted and endemic topic. Mike Cole takes us through the racial histories of the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia. In the UK, he focuses on the effects of colonialism, anti-Gipsy, Roma and Traveller and xeno-racism. Turning to the United States, he charts the legacies of indigenous genocide and slavery, as well as exploring anti-Latina/o racism. Finally, in Australia, he interrogates the idea of 'Terra Nullius' and its ongoing impact on the indigenous peoples, as well as racism experienced by South Sea Islanders and Asians. International forms are also covered, including Islamophobia, antisemitism and anti-Irish racism.

Author: Mike Cole
Publisher: Pluto Press (UK)
Published: 11/20/2015
Pages: 276
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.30w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9780745334714

Review Citation(s):
Choice 06/01/2016

About the Author
Mike Cole is professor of education at the University of East London and emeritus research professor in education and equality at Bishop Grosseteste University in Lincoln.

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