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christie_esau's review against another edition
5.0
This is a phenomenal, must-read book for white Canadians. Unlike my initial perception, this book isn't just about the impacts of policing on Black folks; rather, it chronicles the full history of anti-Black racism in Canada. It is horrifying and discouraging at times but incredibly necessary for those of us wishing to do better by our Black friends, family, neighbours and colleagues. Highly, highly recommend.
whatacuriousnotion's review against another edition
challenging
informative
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
aviv18's review against another edition
4.0
Essential reading for understanding anti-Black racism in Canada. Academic but not inaccessible, though it did take me a bit to get in to the swing of reading it. Highly recommend.
jcbkr's review against another edition
5.0
Honestly, like other reviewers, I found this book eye opening. It should be a requirement for educators, policy makers and anyone wanting a new, full perspective on Canada.
It took me a long time to read, it’s well researched and packed with information in an academic way that needs to be sat with, and digested.
Sit with the discomfort, empty your preconceptions and seek to understand. I completed an anti racism course that complimented the book, at the same time, and would definitely say this book is necessary for all Canadians.
It took me a long time to read, it’s well researched and packed with information in an academic way that needs to be sat with, and digested.
Sit with the discomfort, empty your preconceptions and seek to understand. I completed an anti racism course that complimented the book, at the same time, and would definitely say this book is necessary for all Canadians.
unemarguerite's review against another edition
4.0
After 8 months!!! This book took me so long to finish because it is in the format of a research with references and everything like that but it was a very interesting and necessary read, especially for canadians (like me) who do not experience first hand how the state mistreats black lives in so many different ways. I knew about some of the facts of the book but not all of them because it's not things we were ever taught in school.
roomb31's review against another edition
3.0
While I believe everyone should read this book, it's hard to recommend to any casual reader. The information is valuable and vital but may not be accessible to everyone. If you want to know more about the subject of black lives in Canada, this is an essential read, and wholeheartedly recommended.