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Racial Tensions

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Appalachian Culture
Civil Rights
Class Divide
Class Struggle
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Discrimination & Racism
Female Empowerment
Gang Violence
Gender Inequality
Gender Roles And Stereotypes
Interracial Relationships
Intersectionality
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Politics And Power Struggles
Prejudice & Racism
Prejudice And Discrimination
Race
Race And Ethnicity
Race Relations
Racial Discrimination
Racial Identity
Racial Inequality
Racial Injustice
Racism
Racism And Discrimination
Racism And Prejudice
Religious Conflicts
Segregation
Social Class Conflict
Social Class Issues
Social Class Struggles
Social Classes
Social Issues
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The Victorian Era
Victorian Society
Women's Rights

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Appalachian Culture
Civil Rights
Class Divide
Class Struggle
Cultural Clash
Cultural Clashes
Discrimination & Racism
Female Empowerment
Gang Violence
Gender Inequality
Gender Roles And Stereotypes
Interracial Relationships
Intersectionality
Jealousy And Rivalry
Politics And Power Struggles
Prejudice & Racism
Prejudice And Discrimination
Race
Race And Ethnicity
Race Relations
Racial Discrimination
Racial Identity
Racial Inequality
Racial Injustice
Racism
Racism And Discrimination
Racism And Prejudice
Religious Conflicts
Segregation
Social Class Conflict
Social Class Issues
Social Class Struggles
Social Classes
Social Issues
Social Justice Issues
The Victorian Era
Victorian Society
Women's Rights

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Commonalities among these books on racial tensions include: - Exploring themes of race, class, and power - Set in various time periods including the 1800s, early 1900s, and modern day - Featuring diverse characters from different backgrounds and cultures - Navigating personal struggles and self-discovery amidst societal challenges - Investigating crimes and mysteries that highlight racial tensions and injustice - Historical fiction novels that weave together multiple storylines or characters' experiences - Coming-of-age stories that follow young protagonists as they navigate complex social environments - Memoirs or non-fiction accounts that provide insight into personal experiences with racism or discrimination.

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