A few books that I think would be interesting to discuss in relation to the topic are
1. Elantris by Brian Sanderson - Fantasy. Contains racial (as in 'distinguished by physical traits') as well as cultural and religious cast divisions. 2. Lt. Leary series by David Drake - Science Fiction. Not really my cup of tea but contains definite racial and class tension as well as overt racism on the part of the protagonist(s). 3. The Diamond Age by Neil Stephenson - Science Fiction. Slightly off the beaten path and more about nationality and culture than race as traditionally defined, it raises the question of what happens when race and culture can be self selected. 4. Crown of Slaves by David Weber - Science Fiction. About genetic slavery, contains characters who have been genetically altered to perform specific tasks and the social and political problems that creates.
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1. Elantris by Brian Sanderson - Fantasy. Contains racial (as in 'distinguished by physical traits') as well as cultural and religious cast divisions.
2. Lt. Leary series by David Drake - Science Fiction. Not really my cup of tea but contains definite racial and class tension as well as overt racism on the part of the protagonist(s).
3. The Diamond Age by Neil Stephenson - Science Fiction. Slightly off the beaten path and more about nationality and culture than race as traditionally defined, it raises the question of what happens when race and culture can be self selected.
4. Crown of Slaves by David Weber - Science Fiction. About genetic slavery, contains characters who have been genetically altered to perform specific tasks and the social and political problems that creates.