Belonging: A Culture of Place
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2008
240
Book • Nonfiction
Kentucky • 2000s
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Gender & Feminism•
Philosophy2008
Adult
18+ years
In Belonging: A Culture of Place, bell hooks explores themes of identity, community, and culture. Using personal narratives and critical essays, hooks reflects on the significance of home and a sense of belonging, examining how these concepts shape individuals and communities. She discusses racial, social, and environmental issues, emphasizing the transformative power of connection.
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Belonging: A Culture of Place by bell hooks offers an evocative exploration of identity and connection to place. Readers praise its insightful narrative and profound reflections on race and community, though some find its structure fragmented. Hooks' personal anecdotes enrich the text, fostering a deeper understanding of belonging and cultural roots.
A reader interested in Belonging: A Culture of Place by bell hooks likely values explorations of identity, community, and the intersections of race, gender, and rural life. Fans of The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Bois or The Color of Water by James McBride would appreciate this introspective narrative.
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240
Book • Nonfiction
Kentucky • 2000s
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Gender & Feminism•
Philosophy2008
Adult
18+ years
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