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How to Argue With a Racist
History, Science, Race and Reality
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The Sunday Times bestselling manifesto for a twenty-first century understanding of human evolution and variation - and a weapon against scientific racism
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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
AS HEARD ON BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK
'The ultimate anti-racism guide' Caroline Criado Perez
'Seriously important' Bill Bryson
'A fascinating debunking of racial pseudoscience' Guardian
How to Argue With a Racist by Adam Rutherford is a compelling and essential guide that confronts the myths and misconceptions surrounding race, using the latest scientific evidence and historical facts. In this enlightening book, Rutherford takes on the pseudoscientific claims that have fuelled racist ideologies for centuries and continues to challenge them with modern genetics and evolutionary studies.
Rutherford explores how misunderstanding and misusing science can perpetuate harmful racial stereotypes. Through engaging and accessible discussions, he elucidates what genetics can and can't tell us about human differences, ultimately showing us the shared humanity that unites all people. The book covers various aspects, including sports, intelligence, ancestry, and physical characteristics, providing readers with the knowledge to counteract racist arguments effectively.
This updated edition of How to Argue With a Racist includes a new Preface from the author, reflecting on recent developments and further insights into combating racism with scientific understanding. Rutherford’s meticulous research and eloquent writing make this book a vital manifesto for the 21st century, empowering readers with the tools to dismantle systemic racism and appreciate human diversity.
With endorsements from notable figures and critical acclaim, How to Argue With a Racist is an indispensable read for those seeking to understand the true nature of human evolution and variation. It is not just a book, but a timely weapon against the misuse of science in the justification of racism.
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How to Argue With a Racist by Adam Rutherford receives praise for its timely debunking of racial pseudoscience and its engaging, enlightening content. Reviewers highlight its importance in providing scientific tools to challenge racism, with some describing it as a compelling, data-driven anti-racism guide. The book is also noted for its potential life-saving impact and Rutherford's skill in addressing challenging subjects.
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ISBN: 9781474611251
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 February 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 200g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Dr Adam Rutherford is a scientist, writer and broadcaster. He has written and presented award-winning series and programmes for the BBC, including Radio 4's Inside Science and The Curious Cases of Rutherford & Fry with Dr Hannah Fry. He is the author of Creation, shortlisted for the Wellcome Trust Prize, A Brief History of Everyone Who Ever Lived, The Book of Humans, the Sunday Times bestselling How to Argue With a Racist and the co-author of Rutherford and Fry's Complete Guide to Absolutely Everything (Abridged).
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