RACISM AND SOCIETY provides an original and challenging account of racism and social and political relations in contemporary societies. Closely examining the terms of existing theoretical accounts of this issue, the authors bring to bear the insights of historical and contemporary research on key features of the social and political facets of racism in contemporary societies. The authors offer a critical examination of the disturbing reality behind current trends and challenges ahead in confronting the dangers of racism. This volume will be essential reading for students wanting to understand the power of racism in our present social and political environment.