Almost White
Almost White by Brewton Berry is a 2021 reprint of the original 1963 edition published by Martino Fine Books. This edition features a facsimile of the original text and includes illustrations with photographs. The book presents an anthropological study that examines the lifestyles of America’s mestizos, focusing on their struggle for identity and the complexities of mixed-race experiences in the Eastern United States.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of various groups, often referred to by local names such as Lumbees, Croatans, and Melungeons. The study delves into themes of law, discrimination, and race relations, providing insights into the lives of America’s mixed-race minorities. With 234 pages, this edition is designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of the social dynamics and challenges faced by these communities.
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2021 Reprint of the 1963 Edition. Facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Illustrated with photographs. This anthropological study is a detailed study of the life-styles of America’s mestizos which focuses upon their struggle for identity. It is one of the first studies of racial hybrids in the Eastern portion of the United States. These groups go by a multitude of local popular names; Lumbees, Croatans, Melungeons, Guineas, Jackson Whites, Brass Ankles, etc. This provocative study of America’s mixed-race minorities is “competently, humanly, warmly written by a qualified anthropologist with an unusually live approach.” Oliver La Farge, Saturday Review.
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