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Title: The Things They Say Behind Your Back by William B. Helmreich ISBN: 0-385-15606-5 Publisher: Doubleday Pub. Date: October, 1982 Format: Hardcover Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $14.95

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Summary: excellent book on origins and accuracy of ethnic stereotypes
Comment: helmreich's thesis---that 'contrary to what many people think, a large number of stereotypes possess more than a kernel of truth is potentially explosive, but the CUNY sociology professor handles the subject with delicacy and finesse. Helmreich discusses nine American ethnic groups---Jews, Blacks, Hispanic, Italians, Chinese, Japanese, Poles, Irish, and WASPs---and commonly held stereotypes about them. He tries to find that kernel of truth, if there is one, using historical, sociological, psychological, and even physiological evidence. The result is enlightening, provocative, but sensitive as well. Helmreich has cast his net widely, drawn on vast amounts of literature, and condenses his findings into a readable format spiced with anecdotes, jokes, and other lively materials. This is a popular and fascinating book.