Beyond Mestizaje

Discover the thought-provoking insights in Beyond Mestizaje by Milena Ang, published by Michigan Publishing Services in 2024. This compelling paperback explores the complex narrative of mestizaje, the nationalist project asserting that all Mexicans are racially mixed, thereby diminishing the significance of race in political discourse. Spanning 336 pages, the book delves into various epistemological frameworks that reveal how contemporary Mexicans perceive and articulate their experiences with race. Ang and her contributors provide a critical examination of the ongoing realities of racism and the ways in which individuals in Mexico confront and challenge these issues. A must-read for those interested in race, identity, and social justice, Beyond Mestizaje invites readers to engage with the multifaceted layers of racial interpretation in modern society.