Customer Review: I was required to read this book for college. I was excited about the book until I realized how one sided it is. It mainly talks about problems african americans have. Doesn't talk about native americans, asian americans, or hispanic americans much. It also isn't politically correct. They call... more info
Customer Review: There is so many topics that make navigating all the subject matter easier. There is some themes that one wishes would be a little longer and more detailed, but for what you get it is well worth it. Will open your eyes to so many ideas that society seldom talks in the open.
Customer Review: I just got back from a fight with my sophomore-level education students over this textbook. They have a near-universal opinion that this book says the same things about race, immigration, and language, but in only so many words. Trying to quiz them on what they've read is a nightmare - they're... more info
Customer Review: James Banks and Cherry McGee Banks do a wonderful job of editing the material of serveral authors on various ethnic groups of the United States. The historical information regarding people of color in the US in education is accurate and thorough. The most compelling aspect of this reference is the... more info
Customer Review: For a used book it was in pretty good shape and it even included the CD which will help for subject matter. The price was a little higher than I had originally found but was still a MUCH lower price than at the college book store. Always make sure you have the correct ISBN #.
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