The Ethnic Myth [Paperback]

Stephen Steinberg (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0807041513 | ISBN-13: 978-0807041512 | Publication Date: June 1, 1989 | Edition: Updtd&Expn

Sociologist Stephen Steinberg argues that traits which are often considered "ethnic" may well be more directly related to class, locality, and other social conditions. Updated with a lengthy epilogue on recent immigrants and a penetrating reappraisal of the black underclass.

"An exciting yet level-headed critique . . . a clear, well-written and often provocative analysis."
-Herbert Gans, Columbia University

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It is refreshing to read a sociological work that combines elegant prose with a powerful and provocative analysis of a major contemporary problem. . . . The uncovering of the real meaning of . . . differences among American ethnic groups requires a comprehensive historical discussion of the . . . factors that have shaped the ethnic class structure. To launch such a discussion, I cannot think of a better book to recommend than The Ethnic Myth.--Contemporary Sociology

"The Ethnic Myth is . . . useful for the clarity and persuasiveness with which it integrates existing criticisms of ethnic pluralism, for the competent manner in which it summarizes the economic forces that shaped the development of America's ethnic groups, and for the robust good sense with which it disentangles and explains the complexities of race, class, and ethnicity."--The New York Times Book Review --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Stephen Steinberg, author of The Ethnic Myth, teaches in the Department of Urban Studies at Queens College and the Ph.D. program in sociology at the Graduate Center at City University of New York.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 317 pages
• Publisher: Beacon Press; Updtd&Expn edition (June 1, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0807041513
• ISBN-13: 978-0807041512
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #942,827 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Myrna Thomas, August 11, 2010

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This review is from: The Ethnic Myth: Race, Ethnicity, and Class in America (Paperback)

This is a fascinating book. It explains the historical experiences of specific ethnic groups, shedding light on the truth, and smashing stereotypes along the way. Truly enlightening.

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Ethnic Myth, September 18, 2008

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This review is from: The Ethnic Myth: Race, Ethnicity, and Class in America (Paperback)

Well wrritten, incisive and designed to make the reader critically think about this issue. I recommend this book to all who are working toward cultural competency.

4.0 out of 5 stars Bold, March 21, 2011

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This review is from: The Ethnic Myth: Race, Ethnicity, and Class in America (Paperback)

I like the perspective the author shares. It unveils the real problem behind persistent division in classes and races. The chapters are well developed arguments covering different angles of the problem. I recommend this book. It is a good study.