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So You Want to Talk About Race

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018

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Ijeoma Oluo

So You Want to Talk About Race

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

250

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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Super Short Summary

So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo is a non-fiction book that addresses essential questions and issues related to race and racism in the United States through a series of chapters framed as questions, offering explanations and personal anecdotes. Topics include microaggressions, intersectionality, White privilege, police brutality, the school-to-prison pipeline, cultural appropriation, youth activism, and ways to combat systemic racism. The book discusses instances of violence, racial slurs, and police brutality.

Informative

Challenging

Emotional

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.6

121,241 ratings

91%

Loved it

6%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviewed by many as both powerful and approachable, Ijeoma Oluo's So You Want to Talk About Race is praised for its clarity, accessibility, and insightful exploration of systemic racism. While some critics argue it oversimplifies complex issues, the majority appreciate its practical advice for fostering meaningful conversations on race, making it a highly recommended read. MLA: Oluo, Ijeoma. So You Want to Talk About Race. Seal Press, 2018.

Who should read this

Who Should Read So You Want to Talk About Race?

Ideal for those engaged in social justice, So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo suits readers of White Fragility and How to Be an Antiracist. It’s perfect for individuals seeking to understand systemic racism, privilege, and how to foster productive dialogues about race.

4.6

121,241 ratings

91%

Loved it

6%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

250

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Theme
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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