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A review by shelfiegen
Democracy in Black: How Race Still Enslaves the American Soul by Eddie S. Glaude Jr.
5.0
The main problem I have with this book is that I am not sure how I can get it in the hands of those who need to read it most. The ones who would, in my opinion benefit the most. I believe it is essential reading for any white person who considers himself or herself an ally. This review will have to be from that perspective, as I cannot speak from any other.
As the book’s sub-title suggests, a good portion of time is spent speaking about the present day because race still “enslaves” us. Professor Eddie S. Glaude Jr. provides the historical context for why things are the way they are but this book is not just a history lesson. The focus is 2016 and beyond, and I appreciate that. Glaude does not pretend to have every answer because, even if he does, those would hardly fit into 250 pages. However, he does an amazing job of framing the discussions so that the causes, and not effects, are addressed.
For the complete review, please head to my website ShelfieGeneration.com: https://shelfiegeneration.com/2016/03/08/shelfiegen-review-democracy-in-black-by-eddie-s-glaude-jr/
As the book’s sub-title suggests, a good portion of time is spent speaking about the present day because race still “enslaves” us. Professor Eddie S. Glaude Jr. provides the historical context for why things are the way they are but this book is not just a history lesson. The focus is 2016 and beyond, and I appreciate that. Glaude does not pretend to have every answer because, even if he does, those would hardly fit into 250 pages. However, he does an amazing job of framing the discussions so that the causes, and not effects, are addressed.
For the complete review, please head to my website ShelfieGeneration.com: https://shelfiegeneration.com/2016/03/08/shelfiegen-review-democracy-in-black-by-eddie-s-glaude-jr/