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Am I Black Enough For You?

Anita Heiss
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Am I Black Enough For You?

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012

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Anita Heiss

Am I Black Enough For You?

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

346

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Australia • 2010s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Am I Black Enough For You? by Anita Heiss is a memoir exploring the author's experiences as an Indigenous Australian navigating identity, cultural heritage, and societal expectations. Heiss addresses themes of belonging and self-acceptance, offering insight into the complexities of race and identity in contemporary Australia.

Informative

Emotional

Contemplative

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

3.9

718 ratings

69%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Anita Heiss's Am I Black Enough For You? is lauded for its candid exploration of identity and race, offering a powerful perspective on the complexities of Aboriginal life in Australia. Readers appreciate Heiss's engaging narrative and humor, though some critique the repetitive nature of certain anecdotes. Overall, the book provides valuable insight into cultural authenticity and belonging.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Am I Black Enough For You??

A reader who enjoys Am I Black Enough For You? by Anita Heiss is interested in exploring identity, cultural heritage, and racism, particularly about Aboriginal Australian experiences. They might also enjoy books like Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge.

3.9

718 ratings

69%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

346

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Australia • 2010s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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