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The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power

Desmond Cole
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The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020

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Desmond Cole

The Skin We're In: A Year of Black Resistance and Power

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

248

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Canada • 2010s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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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

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.5

10,574 ratings

90%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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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.

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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.

4.5

10,574 ratings

90%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

248

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Canada • 2010s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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