Explaining Ethnic Differences: Changing Patterns of Disadvantage in Britain

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2003
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Urban disturbances, concerns about the fate of asylum seekers and renewed debates about the nature of ethnic identity and citizenship have all combined to give ethnic differences a high public and policy profile. This book explores the diverse experiences of ethnic disadvantage and challenges common assumptions. The 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.

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Urban disturbances, concerns about the fate of asylum seekers and renewed debates about the nature of ethnic identity and citizenship have all combined to give ethnic differences a high public and policy profile. This book explores the diverse experiences of ethnic disadvantage and challenges common assumptions. The 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.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 192
Edition: illustrated edition
Publisher: Policy Press
Published: 23 Jul 2003
ISBN 10: 1861344678
ISBN 13: 9781861344670

Media Reviews

... 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

Author Bio

David Mason is Professor of Sociology and Head of the School of Sociology, Politics and Law at the University of Plymouth.