Diangelo, Robin

White Fragility

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ISBN 13:
9780807047415
author:
Diangelo, Robin
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Beacon Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
192
Dimensions:
22.61 x 15.24 x 1.52 centimetres
Genre:
Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Anthropology,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.46

Description

White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism by Dr. Robin DiAngelo is a thought-provoking exploration of the counterproductive reactions white people have when their assumptions about race are challenged. This book sheds light on the phenomenon of white fragility, which involves defensive moves that maintain racial inequality and prevent meaningful cross-racial dialogue. DiAngelo examines how white fragility develops, its role in protecting racial inequality, and what can be done to engage more constructively. Through her insightful analysis, Dr. DiAngelo helps readers understand racism as a practice that affects everyone, not just those who are perceived as "bad people". By gaining a deeper understanding of white fragility, readers can begin to address the systemic issues that perpetuate racial inequality.

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