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Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race

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Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge delves into the intricacies of racial dynamics in contemporary society. It explores the history of racism in Britain, and the impacts of race on various aspects of life, offering a deep examination of privilege. The book challenges readers to recognise systemic injustices and encourages conversations on racial topics to foster understanding and change.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in an insightful exploration of race and racism in modern society. It's compelling and thought-provoking, providing a profound analysis of historical and contemporary issues related to race relations, particularly in Britain. If you enjoy works that challenge societal norms and encourage deeper understanding of systemic inequalities, this book could be a meaningful read.

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Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race

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‘Every voice raised against racism chips away at its power. We can’t afford to stay silent. This book is an attempt to speak’

Updated edition featuring a new afterword

The book that sparked a national conversation. Exploring everything from eradicated black history to the inextricable link between class and race, Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race is the essential handbook for anyone who wants to understand race relations in Britain today.

THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

WINNER OF THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS NON-FICTION NARRATIVE BOOK OF THE YEAR 2018

FOYLES NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR

BLACKWELL'S NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR

WINNER OF THE JHALAK PRIZE

LONGLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION

LONGLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE

SHORTLISTED FOR A BOOKS ARE MY BAG READERS AWARD

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Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge receives high praise for its incisive examination of race relations, particularly in the UK. Critics describe it as essential reading that delivers a powerful, educational, and often eye-opening deep dive into systemic and institutional racism. Many reviews highlight the book's urgent call for a fairer and more equitable world, with its thought-provoking and impactful insights resonating with readers of all backgrounds.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408870587

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 March 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Reni Eddo-Lodge is a London-based, award-winning journalist. She has written for the New York Times, the Voice, Daily Telegraph, Guardian, Independent, Stylist, Inside Housing, the Pool, Dazed and Confused, and the New Humanist. She is the winner of a Women of the World Bold Moves Award, an MHP 30 to Watch Award and was chosen as one of the Top 30 Young People in Digital Media by the Guardian in 2014. She has also been listed in Elle’s 100 Inspirational Women list, and The Root’s 30 Black Viral Voices Under 30. She contributed to The Good Immigrant. Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People about Race is her first book. It won the 2018 British Book Awards Non-Fiction Narrative Book of the Year, the 2018 Jhalak Prize, was chosen as Foyles Non-Fiction Book of the Year and Blackwell’s Non-Fiction Book of the Year, was longlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize and the Orwell Prize and shortlisted for the Books Are My Bag Readers Award for Non-Fiction.

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