The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power
The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020248
Book • Nonfiction
Canada • 2010s
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power by Desmond Cole documents the experiences of Black Canadians fighting against systemic racism throughout 2017. The book sheds light on the struggles, resilience, and activism of individuals dedicated to challenging injustice and advocating for equality and social change in society.
Informative
Challenging
Emotional
Inspirational
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Review Roundup
The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power by Desmond Cole offers a powerful, incisive narrative on systemic racism in Canada. Reviews praise the book's raw honesty and engaging storytelling, highlighting its impact in raising awareness. Some critiques mention a lack of proposed solutions but acknowledge its urgent call to action. Overall, it's a compelling read.
Who Should Read The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power?
Readers interested in The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power are likely engaged with themes of social justice and systemic racism. They may also enjoy Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates or How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi for their critical examination of race and power in society.
10,574 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Desmond Cole is a Canadian journalist and activist whose work gained significant attention with his cover story "The Skin I'm In" for Toronto Life magazine in 2015, which explored the personal impact of systemic racism.
The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power was Cole's first book, highlighting his perspective as an activist and journalist advocating for social justice and equality in Canada.
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248
Book • Nonfiction
Canada • 2010s
2020
Adult
18+ years
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