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Latinos in America: Philosophy and Social Identity
Contributor(s): Gracia, Jorge J. E. (Author)
ISBN: 140517658X     ISBN-13: 9781405176583
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
OUR PRICE:   $50.30  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: May 2008
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Annotation: A first-of-its-kind book that seriously and profoundly examines what it means philosophically to be Latino and where Latinos fit in American society.
* Offers a fresh perspective and clearer understanding of Latin American thought and culture, rejecting
answers based on stereotypes and fear
* Takes an interdisciplinary approach to the philosophical, social, and political elements of Hispanic/Latino
identity, touching upon anthropology, history, cultural studies and sociology, as well as philosophy
* Written by Jorge J. E. Gracia, one of the most influential thinkers of Hispanic/Latino descent
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Social Science | Ethnic Studies - Hispanic American Studies
- Philosophy | History & Surveys - General
- Social Science | Minority Studies
Dewey: 305.896
LCCN: 2007046027
Physical Information: 0.85" H x 6.08" W x 8.85" (0.90 lbs) 268 pages
Themes:
- Ethnic Orientation - African American
- Ethnic Orientation - Hispanic
 
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Publisher Description:
A first-of-its-kind book that seriously and profoundly examines what it means philosophically to be Latino and where Latinos fit in American society.

  • Offers a fresh perspective and clearer understanding of Latin American thought and culture, rejecting
    answers based on stereotypes and fear

  • Takes an interdisciplinary approach to the philosophical, social, and political elements of Hispanic/Latino
    identity, touching upon anthropology, history, cultural studies and sociology, as well as philosophy

  • Written by Jorge J. E. Gracia, one of the most influential thinkers of Hispanic/Latino descent