Race, Class, and Gender in a Diverse Society: A Text-Reader

I actually read this before I took a class with Dr. Kendall. I enjoyed the book because it's about exposing what we know, but are afraid to admit. All of her books are based on research, interviews, and some personal experiences. You have to take into account that this book was written for people that are beggining their studies in Sociology. This book is good for people who want an insight into how our race, class and gender play a role in identity politics. If you do not have a background or interest in Sociology, this probably is not the book for you.

After reading this book for a college course in Sociology, I found it thought provoking, informative, and an excellent source for stimulating class discussions. The compilation of articles help me better understand the issues of race, class, and gender confonted in society today. The diverse collection of articles helped me as a student form my own opinions about current issues in society while making me aware of situations and concerns occuring in other areas of the country. I highly recommend this book whether it is for a class or to simply gain a greater understanding of our society.

I was assigned this book and read selected articles from it in a course regarding race, class, and gender. Contrary to the first review given on this book, I did not find there to be an inherent "anti-male" bias. This book helps give the reader insight into research being done on issues of R,C, and G; often Kendall includes opposing viewpoints on a particular subject so as to illustrate the current debate going on in the field.It is very thorough in demonstrating the arbitrary nature of our social constructs of race, class, and gender; how people who fall in distinct categories within these constructs view their status; and then leaves it up to the reader to make their own decision on the topic.I highly recommend this book as part of an on-going study of R,C, & G issues in the U.S. today.

Diana Kendall has put together a fine collection on structures of race, class, and gender in the United States. The articles are well-balanced - from how "whites" learn that they are "white" to how sports reinforce many gender stereotypes. I have found that this reader works extremely well in the classroom, especially in leading students to ask new questions about race, class, and gender in contemporary society. For anyone interested in bettering their view of society, I highly recommend this text.

I had this book assigned for a class I had -- aptly titled Race, Class, and Gender, and I found it to be not only insightful but it forced me to analyze my own beliefs.This book does a great job of letting diversity speak and giving the reader a better grasp on topics that come up in every social, economic, and political debate. You don't understand until you experience, and this book brings the experience closer to you. If you're looking for a candid, straightforward book, this is the one you want.