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The Demography of African Americans 19301990
Preston, Samuel H.; Elo, Irma T. (Population Studies Center, University Philadelphia, Usa); Hill, Mark E. (Population Research Institute, Pennsylvani
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Paperback. Series: The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis. Num Pages: 214 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSP; JHBD; KCA; KCP; MBN; PBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 321.
African Americans constitute one of the most interesting and dynamic components of the population of the United States. Unfortunately, an accurate assessment of their demographic characteristics is beset by inaccuracies in the underlying data. Using a novel strategy that combines record linkage and demographic/statistical analysis, the authors produce an internally consistent and robust set of estimates of the African-American population during the period 1930-1990. They interpret the record that emerges, with special reference to longevity trends and differentials. This work is of particular interest to demographers, sociologists and students of ethnic studies.
African Americans constitute one of the most interesting and dynamic components of the population of the United States. Unfortunately, an accurate assessment of their demographic characteristics is beset by inaccuracies in the underlying data. Using a novel strategy that combines record linkage and demographic/statistical analysis, the authors produce an internally consistent and robust set of estimates of the African-American population during the period 1930-1990. They interpret the record that emerges, with special reference to longevity trends and differentials. This work is of particular interest to demographers, sociologists and students of ethnic studies.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Number of pages
214
Condition
New
Series
The Springer Series on Demographic Methods and Population Analysis
Number of Pages
214
Place of Publication
Dordrecht, Netherlands
ISBN
9789048163953
SKU
V9789048163953
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Reviews for The Demography of African Americans 19301990
"Preston, Elo, and colleagues provide a definitive reconstruction of the demographic history of African Americans in the 20th century. Finally we have an accurate indication of the deplorable conditions that this population experienced in the past and continues to face today. That this history could only be recovered from flawed data at great effort speaks volumes about their second-class citizenship. ... Read more