Edward Telles and PERLA, “Pigmentocracies: Ethnicity, Race and Color in Latin America” (UNC Press, 2014)
New Books in Latin American Studies
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Racial Dynamics in Brazil: A Complex Landscape
This chapter explores the multifaceted nature of race relations in Brazil, revealing the coexistence of racial mixture and socioeconomic inequalities. It compares Brazil's multiculturalism with Colombia's recognition of distinct ethnic identities, while discussing the historical and policy-driven constructions of racial categories. The speakers emphasize the importance of their empirical study on ethnicity in Latin America and express hopes for future research that addresses systemic discrimination and the evolving nature of racial identity.
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