First published 2019
Ibram X. Kendi transforms the debate around racial justice by introducing a bold framework for antiracism. He challenges readers to move beyond simply recognizing racism to actively opposing it through policy and personal change. Kendi combines ethical arguments with historical analysis, legal scholarship, and scientific research to build his case. He grounds these ideas in his own story of transformation, showing how he moved from holding racist beliefs to embracing antiracist principles. The book envisions what an antiracist society could look like and provides concrete steps for creating it. Kendi argues that neutrality on race actually supports racist systems, making active antiracism necessary for true equity. This work offers readers both intellectual tools and practical guidance for building a more just society.
Genres: race, african-american, politics, non-fiction, biography-memoir, activism, academic, american-history
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: intellectual-discourse, personal-transformation
305 pages · Hardcover · One World