| Philosophy of Science and Race Contributor(s): Zack, Naomi (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415941636 ISBN-13: 9780415941631 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $171.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2002 Annotation: In this concisely argued, short new book, well-known philosopher Naomi Zack explores the scientific and philosophical problems in applying a biological conception of race to human beings. Through the systematic analysis of up-to-date data and conclusions in population genetics, transmission genetics, and biological anthropology, Zack provides a comprehensive conceptual account of how "race" in the ordinary sense has no basis in science. Her book combats our everyday understanding of race as a scientifically supported taxonomy of human beings, and in conclusion challenges us to be clear about what we mean by "race" and what it would require to remedy racism. |
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| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Sociology - General - Social Science | Ethnic Studies - General |
| Dewey: 305.8 |
| LCCN: 2003545025 |
| Physical Information: 0.66" H x 6.7" W x 9.36" (0.84 lbs) 160 pages |
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| Publisher Description: First published in 2003. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company. |