The book traces the legacy of racism across three continents, from its origins to the present day. With a wide ranging yet closely argued style, it brings a sophisticated neo Marxist analysis to bear on controversial political issues.
Mike Cole tackles three countries in-depth: the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia. In the United Kingdom, he focuses on the effects of colonialism as well as looking at non colour coded racism, such as anti Gipsy, Roma, and Traveller racism and xeno racism directed at Eastern Europeans. Turning to the United States, Cole charts the dual legacies of indigenous genocide and slavery, as well as exploring anti Latina/o and anti Asian racism.
Finally, in Australia, he interrogates the idea of Terra Nullius and its ongoing impact on the indigenous peoples, as well as other forms of racism, such as that experienced by South Sea Islanders, anti-Asian racism, and that which targets migrants. The Pauline Hanson phenomenon is also addressed. Islamophobia, antisemitism and anti-Irish racism are also dealt with in the book, as is that aimed at asylum seekers.
Cole demonstrates that racism is both endemic and multifaceted. This book will undoubtedly establish itself as required reading for students and other critical readers looking for a comprehensive, critical overview of the study of racism in Anglophone countries.
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