<P>Race and ethnicity have shaped the social, cultural and political character of much of the world, and remain an important influence on contemporary life in the 21<SUP>st</SUP> Century. <EM>Race and Ethnicity: The Basics</EM> is an accessible introduction to these potent forces. Topics covered include: </P><UL><LI>The forms and dynamics of racial and ethnic relations</LI><LI>The dynamics of inequality </LI><LI>The relationship between prejudice and discrimination </LI><LI>Ethnic conflict</LI><LI>Models of inclusion</LI><P></P></UL><P></P><P>Including plenty of examples, chapter summaries and a glossary, this book is an essential read for all those interested in the contested field of race and ethnicity.</P>