The Matrix of Race: Social Construction, Intersectionality, and Inequality
The Matrix of Race: Social Construction, Intersectionality, and Inequality, authored by Rodney D. Coates and published by SAGE Publications, Inc, offers a transformative approach to understanding race and ethnic relations. Released on November 7, 2017, this 1st edition (ISBN-10: 1452202699; ISBN-13: 978-1452202693) provides a framework that makes racial inequality visible to all readers, from those who have personally experienced its impact to those who may view contemporary society as “color blind.”
The core of this text is the “matrix” concept—a sophisticated way of analyzing race that accounts for the intersecting, multilayered identities of individuals and the powerful social institutions that define our collective understanding of race. By shifting the focus away from traditional “us vs. them” arguments, the book aims to reduce resistance and hostility in the classroom, instead fostering environment for deep self-appraisal and more productive discussions about systemic racism.
Key features and details of this volume include:
- Author: Rodney D. Coates
- Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
- Publication Date: November 7, 2017
- Edition: 1st Edition
- ISBN-10: 1452202699
- ISBN-13: 978-1452202693
This scholarly work serves as an essential resource for navigating the complexities of social construction and intersectionality. It challenges readers to examine how institutional structures perpetuate inequality while providing the analytical tools necessary to understand the diverse experiences that shape our social landscape.