Publication series :Social Issues, Justice and Status
Author: Marian S. Harris (Social Work Program University of Washington Tacoma WA USA)
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers, Inc.
Publication year: 2013
E-ISBN: 9781629480299
Subject: C91 Sociology
Keyword: Sociology
Language: ENG
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Description
This book contains a compelling collection of work that provides insight into many complexities encountered by contemporary African Americans. The editor introduces this diverse volume of work with a preface that provides background regarding African Americans that sets the stage for the wide range of topics explored in this powerful compendium of work that includes a demographic picture of African Americans. This edited collection of original chapters by leading scholars from many disciplines and backgrounds brings together work that equally balances theoretical, research, and clinical papers. Each thought provoking chapter provides a wealth of in-depth information for the readerAll of the chapters are unique and very interesting. The book is designed to be interdisciplinary in its appeal. This accessible and comprehensive volume is a great way to explore and expand ones knowledge base about a broad range of issues that are pertinent to the lives of the 42 million people who are identified as African American in this country today.