In the Wake: On Blackness and Being
In the Wake: On Blackness and Being
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
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Education•
Gender & Feminism•
Philosophy2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In In the Wake: On Blackness and Being, Christina Sharpe examines the enduring impact of slavery through the metaphor of "wake," exploring how it permeates the lives of Black individuals. She delves into concepts of memory, identity, and survival, using personal narrative and historical analysis to highlight ongoing struggles against systemic racism and the preservation of Black life.
Contemplative
Emotional
Mysterious
Dark
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Christina Sharpe’s In the Wake: On Blackness and Being is highly praised for its lyrical prose and insightful analysis of Black existence and history. Critics commend its innovative approach and emotional depth, though some find its dense theoretical language challenging. Overall, it is celebrated as a profound and intellectually engaging work.
Who Should Read In the Wake: On Blackness and Being?
A reader interested in In the Wake: On Blackness and Being would likely appreciate thought-provoking explorations of race, memory, and identity. Fans of Ta-Nehisi Coates' Between the World and Me or Claudia Rankine's Citizen will find Sharpe's work similarly compelling and insightful.
4,395 ratings
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Book • Nonfiction
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Education•
Gender & Feminism•
Philosophy2016
Adult
18+ years
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