Forensic Anthropology, Population Admixture, and the Future of Racial Classification in the U.S.
ISBN: 9781934844991
In this book, Conrad Quintyn details the two intransigent sides of the race issue in biological anthropology and human biology in order to propose a common-sense compromise. He begins with a history of the race argument, with an emphasis on biological anthropology, to give the reader some critical background information. He gives in chronological order several biological definitions of race before discussing its meaning in contemporary society, and touches on race and medicine.
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ISBN: 9781934844120
The narratives in this book honor the voices of the individuals as they tell the personal and professional stories that live behind surveys and numbers. They speak frankly of the difficulties faced and triumphs experienced while beginning a career in a new country. Ultimately, these stories provide glimpses into the lives of first-year teachers who venture beyond the defined borders of their country—and their comfort.
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ISBN: 9781934844205
This book provides an integrated international history of the period between 1957 and 1970, offering a detailed examination of Britain’s role and influence during this pivotal period. It elucidates the motives behind key decisions, discusses their far-reaching consequences, and explains why some options were taken and others rejected.
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Bridges to Italy, Bonds to America
ISBN: 9781934844144
Drawing from a wide variety of primary sources, such as census tracts, local directories, diaries, voting records, newspaper accounts, personal interviews, and scholarly and polemical books and articles, the authors show how Italian Americans adapted, through work, prejudice, strife, and advancement, to the social and political life in America while still retaining an element of Italianita.
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