Racial and Ethnic Groups 15th Edition (Fifteenth Edition)

Racial and Ethnic Groups 15th Edition (Fifteenth Edition) by Richard T. Schaefer is a widely used sociology textbook that examines race, ethnicity, diversity, and the social experiences of different groups within the United States and around the world. The book encourages students to understand how historical, cultural, economic, and political factors influence intergroup relations and social inequality.

The text presents current research and real-world examples to help readers analyze topics such as identity, discrimination, immigration, privilege, prejudice, and social justice from a sociological perspective. Case studies and contemporary issues encourage critical thinking about race and ethnicity in modern society.

This edition covers sociological theories of race and ethnicity, prejudice and discrimination, minority-majority relations, immigration, Indigenous peoples, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian Americans, Arab Americans, religious minorities, intersectionality, social inequality, public policy, globalization, and changing demographic trends. Updated discussions and examples help students connect sociological concepts with current social issues.

Whether you're studying sociology, social work, anthropology, political science, education, or cultural studies, Racial and Ethnic Groups provides the knowledge needed to better understand diversity and the social dynamics of race and ethnicity.