{"title":"George M. Fredrickson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our George M. Fredrickson collection, where you can explore the profound insights of one of the most respected historians in the realm of racial and social studies. With works that delve into the complexities of race and society, Fredrickson's books are pivotal for anyone interested in understanding these crucial topics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGeorge M. Fredrickson was a distinguished American historian, renowned for his extensive research on racism and white supremacy. His meticulous approach and engaging prose make his works essential reading in the areas of Science \u0026amp; Nature, as they provide a scholarly yet accessible examination of how these issues have evolved over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his noteworthy contributions, the book \u003cem\u003eRacism\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a critical resource. This title offers a comprehensive overview of the ideologies and practices of racism across different societies and historical periods. Fredrickson's ability to illuminate the historical context of racism helps readers grasp the persistent impact of these ideologies on contemporary society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a student, researcher, or simply a curious reader, Fredrickson's works in our Science \u0026amp; Nature category will enhance your understanding of the intricate forces that shape racial and social dynamics. Dive into his collection to broaden your perspective and engage with the thoughtful analyses he provides.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"racism-by-george-m-fredrickson-9780691167053","title":"Racism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre antisemitism and white supremacy manifestations of a general phenomenon? Why didn't racism appear in Europe before the fourteenth century, and why did it flourish as never before in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries? Why did the twentieth century see institutionalised racism in its most extreme forms? Why are egalitarian societies particularly susceptible to virulent racism?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat do apartheid South Africa, Nazi Germany, and the American South under Jim Crow have in common? How did the Holocaust advance civil rights in the United States?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a rare blend of learning, economy, and cutting insight, George Fredrickson surveys the history of Western racism from its emergence in the late Middle Ages to the present. Beginning with the medieval antisemitism that put Jews beyond the pale of humanity, he traces the spread of racist thinking in the wake of European expansionism and the beginnings of the African slave trade. He examines how the Enlightenment and nineteenth-century romantic nationalism created a new intellectual context for debates over slavery and Jewish emancipation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFredrickson then makes the first sustained comparison between the colour-coded racism of nineteenth-century America and the antisemitic racism that appeared in Germany around the same time. He finds similarity enough to justify the common label but also major differences in the nature and functions of the stereotypes invoked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book concludes with a provocative account of the rise and decline of the twentieth century's overtly racist regimes—the Jim Crow South, Nazi Germany, and apartheid South Africa—in the context of world historical developments. This illuminating work is the first to treat racism across such a sweep of history and geography. It is distinguished not only by its original comparison of modern racism's two most significant varieties—white supremacy and antisemitism—but also by its eminent readability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854794805484,"sku":"9780691167053","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780691167053.jpg?v=1759255155"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/george-m-fredrickson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}