Not of Pure Blood: Free People of Color in 19th-Century Puerto Rico
Not of Pure Blood examines free people of color and racial prejudice in nineteenth-century Puerto Rico. Jay Kinsbruner discusses social and economic disadvantage, shade discrimination, and the effects of U.S. occupation, using topics such as households, work, marriage, and demographic patterns.
At a glance
- Studies the experiences of legally free people of African descent regarded as nonwhite during slavery in Puerto Rico.
- Discusses residential patterns, occupations, family life, births, deaths, and marriage.
- Examines shade discrimination and the impact of the U.S. occupation after the Spanish American War.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The historical focus connects racial prejudice with specific areas of social, political, and economic life.
- Its coverage of household and occupational patterns may suit readers looking for a social-history approach.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Duke University Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | October 30, 1996 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 192 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0822318423 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0822318422 |
| Weight listed | 10.2 ounces |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.7 x 0.6 x 8.7 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers studying Puerto Rican history and Caribbean or Latin American studies.
- Researchers exploring racism, discrimination, and the history of free people of color.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a contemporary overview rather than a study centered on nineteenth-century Puerto Rico.
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Frequently asked questions
What period and place does the book focus on?
It focuses on nineteenth-century Puerto Rico and the experiences of free people of color.
What topics does the book cover?
The listing describes discussion of residential patterns, marriage, births and deaths, occupations, family and household matters, shade discrimination, and the effects of U.S. occupation.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 192 pages.
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