Stamped from the Beginning

Segregation and Anti-Rascism are relatively straightforward, but what Kendi does for the majority of this book is demonstrate how a third narrative in racism, Assimilation, has been interwoven into the fabric of the discourse. It's his handling of calls for assimilation and how they've historically been used to deepen racist agendas that is profound.

I've been listening to bits and pieces of this book for a long time. It's a great resource and definitely a must read for anyone wanting to know more about the history of racism and slavery till the civil rights movements and present day issues, from a different perspective.

It might have felt a little repetitive for me because I had already read and loved the YA remixed version of this book, but it's still a spectacular and eye opening read. Highly recommend. Hoping to dive into The 1619 project as soon as I get my library copy.

And do checkout my review for Stamped if you want to read in more detail what I felt about this book.

An incredible survey, analysis and summary with almost flawless tempo and composition. Added to my reread list and getting Mr Kendi's other works immediately. Everyone should read this book, but, if you don't want to, for whatever reason, at least commit to an open and honest reading of the short epilogue.