Caste, Class, and Race: A Study in Social Dynamics (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Oliver Cromwell Cox

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0366567381 ISBN 13: 9780366567386

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book delves into the complex and intertwined concepts of caste, class, and race, offering a thorough examination of their historical roots, social functions, and present-day implications. Beginning with a deep exploration of the ancient Hindu caste system, the author dissects its intricate structure, its religious underpinnings, and its enduring impact on Indian society. This serves as a foundation for understanding other social systems, including feudalism, capitalism, and socialism. The book then shifts its focus to the evolution of social class, tracing its emergence from the rigid estates of medieval times to the dynamic and often conflict-ridden class structures of the modern world. The author sheds light on the nature of political classes and their role in shaping the destiny of nations, highlighting the ongoing struggle for power between the ruling class and the working class. Finally, the book tackles the sensitive issue of race relations, examining its historical development alongside the rise of capitalism and its inextricable link to the broader class struggle. The author challenges the notion of racial prejudice as an innate human instinct, arguing instead that it serves as a tool for economic exploitation and the maintenance of power structures. By illuminating the interconnectedness of caste, class, and race, this book provides a powerful lens through which to understand the complexities of social inequality and the ongoing struggle for a more just and equitable world.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0366567381
• ISBN 13: 9780366567386
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 662