Includes bibliographical references (p. 149-174) and index.
Contents
Introduction -- 1. The protean N-word -- 2. Nigger in court -- 3. Pitfalls in fighting Nigger : perils of deception, censoriousness, and excessive anger -- 4. How are we doing with Nigger? -- Afterword -- Endnotes -- Acknowledgments -- Index.
Summary
Explores the history, uses, and controversies surrounding the word "nigger."