In view of the recent tragedy in Norway, multiculturalism has come to the forefront of global consciousness. This is of course very timely in view of the ongoing problems and discussions regarding immigrants and questions of cultural identity.

This book explores not only the immigrant experience while describing the process of adjusting to new social and cultural environments but also the necessary changes in the attitudes people of the host culture have to submit to. The Multicultural Challenge uses a unique approach employing visual literacy as an avenue for exploring the unfamiliar. Supplemental exercises help readers develop and expand their perceptual acuity.

The Multicultural Challenge discusses what it means for people of any ethnicity to live in peaceful coexistence in terms of attitude and reeducation. In as much as readers are challenged to deal with the unfamiliar, this book seeks to contribute to an understanding of Globalism and should appeal to a wide audience. When realizing this fundamental interconnectedness the challenge is to learn to act in consonance with the understanding that ethics transcends ethnicity.

Throughout the book major concepts appear in bullet formats,
an example of which is Postmodern Art:


As provocateurs, postmodern artists view themselves as messengers
with the intent to
• provoke by taking viewers outside their comfort zone
• challenge viewers to accept that which is not understandable
• understand that nothing is normal, and nothing impossible
• encourage viewers to trust and explore the unknown aspects of human existence
• help viewers cope with and meet change without fear
• dare viewers to face chaos without losing their minds and self-control