How To Be Black How To Be Black Baratunde Thurston

How To Be Black

Three decades of real-world lessons in Black identity

by Baratunde Thurston

★ 3.7 16 min read

About This Book

Navigating Race in America (2012) presents Baratunde Thurston's witty and thought-provoking memoir about racial identity. As someone who moved between elite institutions like Harvard and predominantly white private schools while maintaining connections to Black communities, Thurston offers unique observations about racial expectations and assumptions. The book addresses challenging topics through a lens of both humor and understanding.

Who Should Read This?

  • Black individuals seeking perspective on interracial interactions
  • White individuals wanting to better understand racial dynamics
  • Anyone interested in honest conversations about race and identity

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