RA>It sounds, though, like it would be a good book to include in the reading
  >for a college-level course on the history of race relations.  By reading
  >some of these old books, a white student can gain a direct picture of how
  >his/her ancestors (or cultural predecessors) viewed various minorities.
  >I agree, though, that exposing younger and relatively unsophisticated
  >students intellectually to these stereotypes without adequate guidance
  >and discussion with adults who are sensitive to racial/cultural
  >differences poses the danger of teaching negative stereotypes.
I think you're right about that.  As a matter of fact, I think the
*only* way to teach history is through biographies, original materials,
and stuff like that.
                  Sondra
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