Reckoning with Race in New Worlds
Reckoning with Race in New Worlds examines how Spanish and Portuguese colonialism shaped ideas of whiteness. Ruth Hill discusses how science, religion, ancestry, and generations spent in a foreign environment influenced colonial disputes over who was considered white.
At a glance
- Focuses on how Spanish and Portuguese empires debated and defined whiteness during the colonial era.
- Explores the influence of science and religion on concepts of racial purity, mixture, and degeneration.
- Draws on archival sources, secondary scholarship, paintings, and maps.
Reference price: $120.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- Its detailed historical scope connects colonial debates about ancestry and whiteness with science and religion.
- The stated 672-page length and use of varied historical materials point to an in-depth study rather than a brief overview.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Publisher | University of Virginia Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | August 17, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 672 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0813954448 |
| Weight listed | 2.56 pounds |
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| Dimensions | 6.13 x 1 x 9.25 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers of early American and colonial Latin American history.
- Researchers interested in the history of race, whiteness, science, and religion.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a short introduction or a work outside colonial-era history.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Reckoning with Race in New Worlds about?
It examines how Spanish and Portuguese colonial societies debated who counted as white, and how ideas about ancestry, science, and religion shaped those debates.
What historical sources does the book draw on?
The description says the study brings archival sources into dialogue with secondary scholarship, paintings, and maps.
How long is the listed edition?
The listing gives a print length of 672 pages.
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