This authoritative and innovative reader collects twenty--seven articles that are essential for a thorough, comparative and theoretically--informed approach to the study of race and ethnicity. Collects together 27 of the most important classic and contemporary readings on race and ethnicity. * The contributors provide an international focus, and are all recognized leaders in their field. * Includes an analytical preface by the editors. * Provides coverage of current trends, theoretical perspectives, and policy issues. * Topics include ethnic conflict, migration, citizenship, identity, genocide, transnationalism, and ethnic justice.