A review by vi0letsunshine29
White Negroes: When Cornrows Were in Vogue ... and Other Thoughts on Cultural Appropriation by Lauren Michele Jackson

5.0

I was in a reading slump for a minute here but finally finished this one and I definitely think it’s revived my desire to pick up a book! I’m not a huge fan of non-fiction, I get it’s importance but it takes a certain kind of writing for me to stay interested, but the way Jackson writes makes reading non-fiction quite enjoyable. White Negros beautifully explores cultural appropriation with anecdotes from the digital age intertwined with the history of anti-blackness that’s so deeply embedded in American history. Cultural appropriation is an endlessly discussed topic for many but Jackson’s ability to bring nuance to this subject, as well as humor, keeps the reader enthralled throughout each essay. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone looking to learn about black culture and how blackness has been commodified throughout history.