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A review by ohthatmomglow
Eloquent Rage: A Black Feminist Discovers Her Superpower by Brittney Cooper
informative
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
Brittney Cooper’s Eloquent Rage is a must-read for anyone seeking an inclusive feminist perspective. She addresses the ways that race and gender intersect, shedding light on how mainstream feminism often overlooks Black women’s struggles. She makes a compelling case for why rage—especially Black women’s rage—is not only valid but a force for change.
The chapter White Women's Tears showcases many examples for how white women's tears have historically been used to silence conversations about race—and, more dangerously, to justify harm against Black people. Cooper breaks down how white women’s emotional reactions can derail accountability, shifting focus away from real oppression and onto their own discomfort.
Witty, engaging, and unapologetically bold, Eloquent Rage is both a call to action and a validation of the righteous anger that fuels justice movements.
The chapter White Women's Tears showcases many examples for how white women's tears have historically been used to silence conversations about race—and, more dangerously, to justify harm against Black people. Cooper breaks down how white women’s emotional reactions can derail accountability, shifting focus away from real oppression and onto their own discomfort.
Witty, engaging, and unapologetically bold, Eloquent Rage is both a call to action and a validation of the righteous anger that fuels justice movements.