The things they say behind your back
Subtitle: stereotypes and the myths behind them
By: William B. Helmreich.
Publisher: Transaction Books
Published: 1984
Place of publication: New Brunswick, N.J., U.S.A
Language: eng
Number of pages: 276
Subjects: Prejudices.; Stereotype (Psychology); Ethnic attitudes.; Minorities.; Racism.
Description: Helmreich explores the myths and historical roots of stereotypes pertaining to several ethnic groups. He discusses which stereotypes are false, which are true, how they originated, and why some of the most libeled groups promote warped perceptions about themselves.
Notes: Bibliography: p. [246]-266.
Includes index.