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This Is the Fire: What I Say to My Friends About Racism
Don Lemon | Little, Brown And Company

This Is the Fire: What I Say to My Friends About Racism

$9.90

Goodreads rating: 4.23

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If you're seeking a frank and personal perspective on the complexities of racism in America, Don Lemon's "This Is the Fire" could be enlightening. Lemon's role as a prime-time anchor informs his insights, offering an intimate look at the conversation around race, accountability, and the urgent need for progress. His accessible narrative might just spark your own discussions on these crucial issues.
White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism
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Robin DiAngelo | Penguin

White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism

$8.90

Goodreads rating: 4.16

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"White Fragility" is like a mirror, reflecting the often subconscious defensive moves made by white individuals when confronted with racial inequality. It's a deep dive into societal mechanics that maintain white supremacy, nudging you towards greater self-awareness and proactive change. If you're striving to play a part in social justice and want to ensure your actions and words align with true inclusivity, DiAngelo's insights could prove invaluable in navigating these complex and necessary conversations.
Killing Rage: Ending Racism
bell hooks | Holt Paperbacks

Killing Rage: Ending Racism

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Goodreads rating: 4.35

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If you're seeking to deepen your understanding of racism interwoven with feminist thought, "Killing Rage" is a stirring collection that lays bare the complexities of race, gender, and their intersection. bell hooks' incisive essays will challenge you, provoke deep thought, and may inspire you for positive change, making it a must-read for anyone committed to social justice and equity.
Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You
Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi  | Thorndike Striving Reader

Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You

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Goodreads rating: 4.47

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If you're seeking to understand the roots and effects of racism without getting lost in dense historical texts, "Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You" offers a refreshing take. Authors Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi have created a remix of a scholarly work that reads like a conversation, making the heavy subject matter accessible and relatable, especially for younger audiences or those new to the subject. It's thought-provoking and educational, yet approachable.
Tell Me Who You Are: Sharing Our Stories of Race, Culture, and Identity
Winona Guo, Priya Vulchi  | Tarcherperigee

Tell Me Who You Are: Sharing Our Stories of Race, Culture, and Identity

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Goodreads rating: 4.16

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If you're keen on understanding the complex layers that shape race relations in America, "Tell Me Who You Are" might resonate deeply with you. Winona Guo and Priya Vulchi have crafted an insightful collection of stories that offer a refreshing perspective on how identity and culture intertwine, offering you a chance to broaden your own understanding by engaging with the personal experiences of others.
What Truth Sounds Like: Robert F. Kennedy, James Baldwin, and Our Unfinished Conversation About Race in America
Michael Eric Dyson | St. Martin's Press

What Truth Sounds Like: Robert F. Kennedy, James Baldwin, and Our Unfinished Conversation About Race in America

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Goodreads rating: 4.11

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"What Truth Sounds Like" is a compelling read that delves deep into the heart of America's ongoing conversation about race and justice. It weaves historical events with current societal challenges, examining the roles of various key figures and the importance of understanding and empathy in policy-making. If the dynamics of race, politics, and social change intrigue you, then Michael Eric Dyson's insights could offer you a profound and stirring experience.
The History of White People
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Nell Irvin Painter | W. W. Norton & Company

The History of White People

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Goodreads rating: 4.07

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Dive into "The History of White People" for a profound exploration beyond the often-frontlined stories of racial minorities. Nell Irvin Painter's work challenges readers to confront the socio-historical constructs of race and whiteness, making it a crucial read for anyone interested in understanding the deep-seated roots and impacts of racial concepts on Western civilization. It's a history buff's treasure and a thought-provoker for the socially conscious.
Black Ants and Buddhists : Thinking Critically and Teaching Differently in the Primary Grades - Thryft
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Mary Cowhey | Routledge

Black Ants and Buddhists : Thinking Critically and Teaching Differently in the Primary Grades

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Goodreads rating: 4.26

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Black Ants and Buddhists could be a good read for teachers who want to inspire their students to be more accepting and inclusive. The book shares innovative approaches to promoting a more peaceful way of viewing the world, with interwoven stories of Mary's Irish roots and her selected heroes such as Gandhi and Martin Luther King. The book doesn't provide easy solutions, however, it offers various ways of inciting conversations about diversity.
What Truth Sounds Like - Robert F. Kennedy, James Baldwin, And Our Unfinished Conversation About Race In America - Thryft
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Michael Eric Dyson | St. Martin's Press

What Truth Sounds Like - Robert F. Kennedy, James Baldwin, And Our Unfinished Conversation About Race In America

$7.12

Goodreads rating: 4.11

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What Truth Sounds Like is a fearless insight into the confrontations around race and power struggled by black America in the sixties but still resonates today. This searing prose, with first-hand accounts from activists, intellectuals, and politicians such as Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr., Aretha Franklin, and Robert F. Kennedy makes it an essential read for anyone looking for meaningful reflections to address racial inequality.
The New Jim Crow
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Michelle Alexander | Penguin Books Ltd.

The New Jim Crow

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Goodreads rating: 4.52

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Recommendation: The New Jim Crow is a must-read for anyone interested in social justice and understanding how the American justice system has perpetuated racism against African Americans through mass incarceration. Michelle Alexander's concise and well-researched account of how the War on Drugs targeted black men, subsequently leaving them to face a lifetime of disenfranchisement and discrimination is an argument well-worth considering. The evidence Alexander presents is powerful, the narrative is clear and concise, and her call to action will leave readers inspired to join the fight for justice.