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Black Wealth, White Wealth: A New Perspective on Racial Inequality
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by Melvin L. Oliver and Thomas M. Shapiro
Sales Rank: 549802
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List Price: $35.95
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Features
Cover Type: Paperback with 242 pages
Published by: RoutledgeEdition: 1st Edition March 1997
Written in: English
ISBN 10 Number: 0415918472
ISBN 13 Number: 978-0415918473
Book Dimensions:
8.8 x 6 x 0.7 inches
Weighs: 15.2 ounces
Reader Reviews
The arguement that the past thirty years have resulted in a closing of the gap between whites and blacks seems untenable after reading this book. Using wealth instead of income as a measure of success and progress, Oliver and Shapiro argue that glaring inequalities still exist and may actually be growing. Moreover, since creating wealth is far more difficult when one has none to begin, the authors argue that such inequalities are sure to continue unless significant changes are made to the social safety net. These premises certainly call into question the notion of a vibrant black middle class. Overall, I found the book to be scholarly, yet accessible to those who don't hold a Ph.D. in research methodology. The information was nicely balanced; the interviews complemented the extensive survey data and everything was clearly presented. My only complaint is that the statistical information was not presented in the appendix with the tables. This would have been useful and meaningful to academics reading the book. That being said, the thesis is a profound one, and for all those with an interest in social equity and social policy this is a must-read.
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