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Lesser breeds : racial attitudes in popular British fiction, 1890-1940

Title
Lesser breeds : racial attitudes in popular British fiction, 1890-1940 / Michael Diamond.
Author
Diamond, Michael.
Publication
London ; New York : Anthem Press, 2006.

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229 p., [12] p. of plates : ill. (some col.); 22 cm.
Subject
  • English fiction > 20th century > History and criticism
  • Ethnic relations in literature
  • Ethnic groups in literature
  • Religion in literature
  • Race in literature
  • Great Britain > Social conditions > 20th century
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
The yellow peril and the background to villainy -- Chinese villains and masterminds -- Gordon and Arab nationalism -- French North Africa and the lure of the desert -- The Sheikh and his imitators -- Ghettoes and stereotypes -- Jewish "pride of race" -- The Jews and some famous authors -- Jews on Jews -- Coping with Africa -- Blacks in the Caribbean and at home.
Call Number
JFD 06-15909
ISBN
1843312166 (pbk. : alk. paper)
LCCN
2006012202
OCLC
  • 67773700
  • vendorOCM67773700
Author
Diamond, Michael.
Title
Lesser breeds : racial attitudes in popular British fiction, 1890-1940 / Michael Diamond.
Imprint
London ; New York : Anthem Press, 2006.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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JFD 06-15909
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