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Allport, Gordon W., 1897-1967 The Bigot in our Midst

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09640.051 Author/Creator: Allport, Gordon W., 1897-1967 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Pamphlet Date: 1949 Pagination: 12 p. : Height: 21.5 cm, Width: 14 cm Order a Copy

One pamphlet entitled, "The Bigot in our Midst," written by Gordon W. Allport dated 1949. Essay provides analysis of racism and bigotry from a psychological standpoint. "In short, we evade feelings of personal guilty by accusing others of the evils we ourselves practice." Illustrations featured in item.

Allport, Gordon W., 1897-1967

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