How to be an Antiracist
Summary
How to be an Antiracist, written by Ibram X. Kendi, is a book that provides a framework for understanding and combating racism. The book challenges readers to recognize and confront their own biases and prejudices, and to actively work towards creating a more just and equitable society.
Through personal anecdotes, historical analysis, and rigorous research, Kendi explores the ways in which racism is embedded in our society, institutions, and individual actions. He argues that antiracism is not simply the absence of racism, but an active and ongoing process of challenging and dismantling racist ideas and systems.
The book also emphasizes the importance of intersectionality, recognizing that racism intersects with other forms of oppression such as sexism, homophobia, and ableism. Kendi argues that by working towards dismantling all forms of oppression, we can create a truly just and equitable society.
Published by One World, an imprint of Random House, the book is recommended by the publisher for mature readers, including adults and older teenagers.
Location
Located in the following libraries on April 1, 2023:
Selvidge Middle School
Rockwood Valley Middle School
Eureka High School
Lafayette High School
Marquette High School
Rockwood Summit High School
