10000 results for 'black class'

The Making of the Black Working Class in Britain by Ron Ramdin A pioneering history that explores the roots of Britain's disadvantaged black working class. From the early development of a small black...

Deadly Class Volume 2: Kids of the Black Hole In 1988, Marcus Lopez is settling into life at Kings Dominion, a secret elite school where the next generation of assassins and professional murderers...

Hubie's chances of winning the school election seem slim when he has to do all sorts of crazy tasks, like shaking Coach Kong's paw and kissing babies. But in the end, it's not about being on top, but...

Beyond the Black Lady: Exploring African American Middle-Class Female Sexuality. Lisa B. Thompson examines how black middle-class female sexuality is represented in narrative literature, drama, film,...

The Black Swan Class Sloops: Detailed in the Original Builders' Plans This book features beautifully illustrated plans for the highly effective anti-submarine ships of the Black Swan class, as...

Mothering While Black: Boundaries and Burdens of Middle-Class Parenthood by Dawn Marie Dow explores the complex lives of African American middle-class mothers and their strategies for raising...

The Black Upper Class: A World of Privilege and Controversy In this groundbreaking book, author Lawrence Otis Graham delves into the world of America's black elite, revealing the complexities and...

Darkening Blackness challenges conventional approaches to understanding race, gender, and class by questioning the notion of progressive inclusivity. It argues that the ideas we consider liberal may...

First published in 1997, Black Corporate Executives examines the experiences of African-American managers and executives who broke into professional jobs in corporations during the 1960s. Through...

Adam Fairclough's A Class of Their Own chronicles the story of black teachers in the South from emancipation to integration. This narrative offers a bold new vision of black educators, built from the...

We Are Not What We Seem: Black Nationalism and Class Struggle in the American Century by Roderick D. Bush offers a fresh perspective on the Black Power movement and its leaders, shifting the focus...

Ali Meghji's Black Middle-Class Britannia Identities, Repertoires, Cultural Consumption explores how racism and anti-racism impact the cultural consumption of Black British middle-class individuals...

The Blue Vein Society explores the complexities of prejudice and identity within Black America. When Josh Ryder's engagement is threatened by his wife's sudden reappearance, he is forced to confront...

The lifting of the ban on Black people from the priesthood and Mormon temples in 1978 was a pivotal moment in Mormon history. On June 9, 1978, the phones at the headquarters of the Church of Jesus...

A Master Class on Being Human: A Conversation Between Two Black Thinkers explores how to work together despite deep religious differences. Authors Anthony Pinn and Brad Braxton, representing...

In Black and White: A Young Barrister's Story of Race and Class in a Broken Justice System Alexandra Wilson's memoir is a powerful exploration of the complexities of the justice system, as seen...

The Man-Not: A Challenge to Conventional Understandings of Black Masculinity Tommy J. Curry's groundbreaking book offers a new perspective on the experiences of Black men, one that challenges the...

This in-depth exploration of Moorish history delves into lesser-known facts and brings current articles to life. The two-part volume covers a wide range of topics, arranged for easy reference, with...

The Melancholia of Class: A Working-Class World in Crisis Cynthia Cruz explores the complexities of class in a society dominated by the middle class. She examines the consequences of being a...

A Class Coveted by Susie Murphy is the fourth installment in her historical fiction series A Matter of Class. In 1836, Bridget and Cormac arrive in Boston with their growing family, facing anti-Irish...

The Class 87 Locomotives: A Story of British Rail's Electric Success. In the early 1970s, British Rail needed a new class of electric locomotive to work services on the West Coast Main Line...

A Class Reunited is the fifth book in Susie Murphy's historical fiction series A Matter of Class. The story continues in the sixth book, A Class Inherited. Emily's journey towards a brighter future...

Class is a subject that has shaped the art world in Britain for as long as it has existed. This book explores how class has influenced art throughout history and today, at a time when galleries and...

A Class Forsaken by Susie Murphy is a historical fiction novel that follows Bridget and Cormac as they flee to Ireland with their daughter in search of Cormac's missing family. Their journey takes...

Brian Kelly's study of an Alabama city reveals the complex fault lines in society that shaped the region during the early 20th century. Focusing on the coalfields, Kelly examines how industrialists...

The concept of class has undergone significant scrutiny in recent years. As societies have transitioned from industrial to post-industrial models, traditional hierarchies and outlooks have been...

The last super-battleship designs in history are revealed in this illustrated study. Before World War II, the battleship was still king, and all major powers were designing even mightier warships to...

Class A View from Middle England by Jilly Cooper is a humorous exploration of the social classes in the UK. The author, describing herself as 'upper middle class', sets out to refute the claim that...

This concise introduction to class in sociology examines the key concepts developed by Marx and Weber, as well as recent studies by Wright and Goldthorpe. The author provides an accessible overview...

The Class 40 Locomotives With the Class 40 Preservation Society This collection of images offers a fascinating survey of one of the iconic locomotives of twentieth-century Britain: the Class 40...

Class by Andrea Cavalletti explores the concept of class in a world where hatred and anti-Semitism are rekindled. A striking montage of diverse materials, including Marx, Jules Verne, and Benjamin,...

This comprehensive guide to Tai Chi brings the benefits of this ancient practice into your home. With clear instruction and beautiful images, you'll discover exclusive movement exercises,...

Discover the fascinating history of the Class 08 locomotives in Scotland.The Class 08s were the most common type of British Rail shunter, found at almost every station and yard across Scotland from...

Bridging the Divide: Working-class Culture in a Middle-class Society by Jack Metzgar explores the complex relationship between working-class and middle-class cultures in America. Drawing from a wide...

The Intersections of a Working-Class Academic Identity A Class Apart by Teresa Crew is a thought-provoking exploration of the challenges faced by working-class academics in higher education. Despite...

Fashion and Class explores how changing notions of social class have influenced the history of fashion. From 18th-century Britain to modern-day interpretations, this book examines the meaning and...

Reworking Class by John R. Hall This collection of twelve essays challenges traditional notions of class and its dynamics. Recent historical and intellectual developments require a reevaluation of...

The Class 68 and 88 Locomotives By John Jackson In 2012, Direct Rail Services (DRS) ordered its first Class 68 diesel locomotives from Vossloh, now Stadler Rail. The fleet has since grown to...

Understanding Class by Erik Olin Wright The concept of class is one of the most contested ideas in contemporary sociology. Some argue that it has lost its relevance, while others see it as essential...

Intersectional Class Struggle Theory and Practice by Michael Beyea Reagan explores how class operates in our world today. This innovative study argues that traditional approaches to class analysis...

Africans Are Not Black: The Case for Conceptual Liberation by Kwesi Tsri explores the origins and consequences of describing Africans as black. This analysis reveals how this practice contributes to...

Gareth Stedman Jones's "Languages of Class" offers a fresh perspective on the concept of class in English history and culture. By examining the everyday perception of class in England since the...

Lauren and Chris are getting married, with Lauren dreaming of a fairytale wedding. Her parents, Bridget and Frank, have joined the ballroom class to support their daughter, but they're hiding a...

White Working Class: Overcoming Class Cluelessness in America by Joan Williams. The analysis of white working-class movements around the world is often misguided, rooted in class cluelessness...

Class War: A Literary History charts the global class struggle through revolutionary combat, tracing its history from the Haitian Revolution to Black Lives Matter. Mark Steven surveys literature and...

Class and Its Others by J. K. Gibson-Graham, Stephen A. Resnick, and Richard D. Wolff offers a fresh perspective on class, long overdue in social theory. This book provides new approaches to...

Class by Nick Stevenson offers an engaging and thought-provoking discussion of class in relation to various cultural, sociological, and political perspectives. Drawing on key theorists and...

Social class differences and inequalities are prominent in contemporary Britain. This book provides an overview of empirical research on social class, exploring its impact on various aspects of life,...

A beautifully written historical novel set against the backdrop of 19th-century Ireland, A Class Apart explores the complexities of love and loyalty in a society torn apart by class divisions. In...

Life Class, the first novel in Pat Barker's acclaimed trilogy, is a powerful exploration of art and war. Set in the years leading up to the outbreak of World War I, the story follows Paul Tarrant, a...

Class and Stratification by Rosemary Crompton is a comprehensive analysis of inequality in modern society. This revised edition explores why understanding class and stratification is crucial for...

Stanley and Manjit are part of Class 4B, which head teacher Mrs Bottomley-Blunt says is the WORST CLASS IN THE WORLD. They didn't mean to let the class stick insects loose in the wilds of the...

Class and Everyday Life explores how class affects our daily lives through in-depth studies of housing, sport, art, music, and politics. Kirsteen Paton argues that understanding class is crucial for...

A daring satire about gentrification and liberal hypocrisy, Class explores how life as we live it often unfolds in gray areas. Karen Kipple's idealistic world is turned upside down when her daughter...

Working-class Comic Book Heroes: Class Conflict and Populist Politics in Comics examines the roles of working-class characters in superhero narratives. Essayists analyze these figures as fictional...

The Worst Class in the World Total Mayhem! by Joanna Nadin is a laugh-out-loud young fiction series that's perfect for kids who love adventure and humour. In this first book, head teacher Mrs...

The Theory of the Leisure Class by Thorstein VeblenFirst published in 1899, this influential work examines the economics of the upper classes and their impact on society at the end of the 19th...

Class is a concept that has been debated and explored in social science for centuries. This accessible and lively book delves into the key theoretical traditions in class research, major...

Servicing the Middle Classes explores the recent rise in demand for waged domestic labour among middle class families and its impact on our understanding of motherhood and class relations. The...

Know Your Place: Essays on the Working Class by the Working Class is a collection of essays from 24 working-class writers exploring their experiences and perspectives on issues such as...

The Glasgow Blue Trains: Class 303 and Class 311 EMUs This book tells the story of two iconic train classes that played a significant role in Glasgow's electrification in the early 1960s. Initially...

The Class by Francois Begaudeau explores timely issues of race, class, identity, colonial history, immigration, and education in a deconsecrated classroom. This novel suspends judgment and liberates...

Class 66: A Study of the Class 66 Locomotives in British Freight Operations. In August 1994, British Railways was privatized, leading to changes in the freight market. To meet the growing demand for...

Acting Class by Nick Drnaso is a thought-provoking exploration of human connection and identity. Ten strangers from diverse backgrounds are brought together under the guidance of their enigmatic...

You Can't Win by Jack Black A candid and colourful account of life on the fringes of society, You Can't Win is a memoir that offers a unique glimpse into the hobo underworld of the early twentieth...

The Class 58 Locomotives A unique and significant departure from normal build standards, the fifty Class 58 locomotives were introduced in 1983. Built by BREL at Doncaster Works to a modular design,...

The Great Class Shift: How New Social Class Structures are Redefining Western Politics by Thibault Muzergues explores how four social class structures have transformed our political systems. By...

Robert Triptow's Class Photo is a charming graphic novella that brings to life a real-life class photo from 1937. Found buried under garbage, the image sparked his imagination, and he has woven...

Rob Beckett's A Class Act is a humorous exploration of class and identity. Born into a working-class background, Beckett navigates his life as a television presenter and comedian, grappling with the...

Exploring the complex relationships between class, education and personal experience, Jane Thompson's work provides a nuanced understanding of what learning really means for working-class women.The...

Leading Antenatal Classes: A Practical Guide by Judith Schott and Judy Priest. This updated edition provides a comprehensive guide for midwives leading antenatal classes, featuring evidence-based...

Class Work: Vocational Schools and China's Urban Youth explores the lives of young people who have failed the state's high-stakes exams in China. Through an examination of two urban vocational...

Dance Class #11: Dance With Me by Beka is a humorous and engaging graphic novel about three friends who are passionate about dance. When their class takes them to Spain to study flamenco, they...

Class Struggle In Africa by Kwame Nkrumah explores the complex relationships between imperialism, neo-colonialism and the African bourgeoisie. This book sets out to reveal the nature and extent of...

The Master Class Collection by Rachel Haimowitz is a novel that explores the complexities of desire and submission. Nicky Avery, a charismatic actor, finds himself drawn to Devon Turner, a...

Andy Warhol's creative engagement with social class is explored in this book. During the 1960s, Warhol's work incorporated images and techniques associated with the American middle class, but Grudin...

Class and Conflict in an Industrial Society by Ralf Dahrendorf explores a new theory of conflict in industrial society. The book provides detailed analyses of various social phenomena, illustrating...

Play Black Sabbath's iconic songs with ease, thanks to this collection of 18 simplified arrangements in notes and tablature. Perfect for beginners, this book features the band's most popular tracks,...

Women of the Working Class explores the lives of eighteen female protagonists from diverse backgrounds, united by their working-class experiences. These women yearn for more than the limited...

Georg Lukács's 1923 book History and Class Consciousness is a seminal work that re-examines the influence of Hegel on Marx, explores the concept of class consciousness, and attempts to justify...

Class struggle unionism is a radical approach to labor organizing that views the workplace as part of a broader struggle between workers and the billionaire class. This perspective recognizes the...

Racism, Class and the Racialized Outsider by Satnam Virdee offers a unique perspective on the relationship between racism and class in shaping the English working class. This insightful text explores...

Classical music has long been associated with the white middle classes. However, this connection remains underexplored in academic circles. This book offers a new approach to understanding classical...

Shelton Stromquist's comprehensive study of the Progressive movement challenges the idea of social harmony through democratic renewal. The author argues that the movement's promise was hindered by...

The Conservative Case for Class Actions by Brian T. Fitzpatrick A conservative argument for class action litigation as a form of private enforcement of the law. In recent years, corporate America and...

Terrence McNally's Master Class presents a unique glimpse into the world of opera, as the legendary Maria Callas puts aspiring singers through their paces in a series of master classes. This...

Brian and Donna's nine-year-old son is struggling in school. His teacher suggests he see a psychologist, but his parents have mixed feelings about school and teachers. This play explores learning...

The Hidden Injuries of Class by Richard Sennett and Jonathan Cobb In this reissue of a groundbreaking work, Richard Sennett and Jonathan Cobb explore how class conflict persists in modern society...

Master Class is a theatrical tour de force that dramatizes the life and art of legendary opera diva Maria Callas. This 1996 Tony Award-winning play presents Callas as she puts aspiring young singers...

Working Class Cultures in Britain, 1890-1960: A Study of Identity and Change This book explores how class identity was constructed and maintained in Britain over seven decades, from the late 19th...

Cricket has long been seen as an quintessentially English game, but Duncan Stone reveals in "Different Class: The Untold Story of English Cricket" that this perception is far from accurate. By...

Dance Class #12: The New Girl is a humorous and engaging comic that follows the lives of Lucy, Alia, Julie, and their friends as they prepare for a production set in the African Savannah. A new...

The Complacent Class: A Wide-Ranging Argument About American Culture Tyler Cowen's latest work presents a thought-provoking argument about the state of American culture, challenging the notion that...

Mr. Wolf's Class is a heartwarming story about a new teacher at school who is tasked with teaching a class of students who are unusual. As Mr. Wolf navigates the challenges of his new role, he learns...

The Class 150 Sprinters: A Photographic Journey Across the UK Railway Network. Since their introduction in 1984, the Class 150 series of diesel multiple units have played a vital role in the UK's...

The 1984-5 miners' strike was a pivotal moment in British history, as mining communities across the country fought against the government's policies. This book tells the story of that year-long...

Joanna Ryan explores the relationship between psychoanalysis and class in this original and comprehensive study. By examining the tension between the radical potential of psychoanalysis and its...

The Worst Class in the World by Joanna Nadin is a laugh-out-loud young fiction series that's perfect for kids who love a good adventure. According to the head teacher, 4B is the WORST CLASS IN THE...

On the Emergence of an Ecological ClassA new approach to understanding the relationship between ecology and politics is proposed by Bruno Latour and Nikolaj Schultz in this concise text. Drawing on...

For James and Theresa Kensington, life in Nockton Vale is one of luxury and success. However, when they encounter Tony and Tina Miller, their world is turned upside down.A fascination with the...