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This book delves into the counterproductive reactions white people have in the face of challenges to their assumptions about race. The author, anti-racist educator Robin DiAngelo, looks at the emotions and behaviors that make up "white fragility," which include anger, fear, guilt, argumentation, and silence. These reactions sustain racial inequality and hinder constructive cross-racial dialogue. DiAngelo offers an in-depth exploration of how white fragility develops and what can be done to overcome it.
Jennifer Lopez
2020-06-03T14:16:45.000ZThis powerful book by a renowned journalist explores issues of race and racism in Britain, providing a new framework for understanding and combating these pervasive issues. With a focus on topics ranging from eradicated black history to white dominance in politics, Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race is an essential read for anyone seeking to better understand the experiences of people of color in the UK today.
Jennifer Lopez
2020-06-03T14:16:45.000ZA teenage girl, Starr Carter, must navigate between two worlds: her poor neighborhood and her wealthy prep school. After witnessing the fatal shooting of her unarmed childhood friend at the hands of a police officer, Starr must decide whether or not to speak out and risk her own safety. The Hate U Give is a powerful exploration of racial tensions and police brutality that will leave readers questioning their own assumptions and beliefs.
Jennifer Lopez
2020-06-03T14:16:45.000ZFollow Janie Crawford on her journey of self-discovery, as she navigates through the challenges of being a black woman in the 1930s. Through three marriages and a journey back to her roots, Janie seeks to become her own person and find true identity.
Jennifer Lopez
2020-06-03T14:16:45.000ZThis poignant memoir follows Maya and her brother as they are sent to live with their grandmother in a small Southern town, facing abandonment and prejudice. After a traumatic incident and years of struggle, Maya learns to liberate herself through self-love, the support of others, and great literature. Poetic and powerful, this book is a timeless standout in the genre of memoir.
Jennifer Lopez
2020-06-03T14:16:45.000Z