Brit(ish): On Race, Identity, and Belonging by Afua Hirsch

A Poignant and Provocative Exploration of Race, Identity, and Belonging in Britain

In her groundbreaking book, Brit(ish): On Race, Identity, and Belonging, Afua Hirsch takes readers on a deeply personal and thought-provoking journey through the complexities of race, identity, and belonging in Britain today.

Brit(ish): On Race, Identity and Belonging

by Afua Hirsch

4.7 out of 5

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As a Black British woman, Hirsch has experienced firsthand the subtle and overt racism that pervades British society. Through a series of powerful essays, she explores the impact of these experiences on her own sense of self and her place in the world.

Hirsch argues that the concept of Britishness is deeply rooted in whiteness, and that Black Britons are often forced to navigate a society that is not always welcoming or inclusive. She challenges the idea that Britain is a post-racial society, and argues that racism is still a major problem that needs to be addressed.

But Brit(ish) is more than just a condemnation of racism. It is also a celebration of Black British culture and identity. Hirsch writes about the strength and resilience of the Black community, and the ways in which Black Britons have contributed to British society.

She also explores the complex and often contradictory experiences of Black Britons who feel both British and African. Hirsch argues that it is possible to be both Black and British, and that these identities are not mutually exclusive.

Brit(ish) is a timely and important book that sheds light on the experiences of Black Britons in the 21st century. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complexities of race, identity, and belonging in Britain today.

About the Author

Afua Hirsch is a British-Ghanaian writer, broadcaster, and activist. She is the author of the memoir Brit(ish): On Race, Identity, and Belonging, which won the 2018 Orwell Prize for Political Writing. Hirsch is a regular contributor to the Guardian, the New York Times, and the BBC. She is also the founder of the charity Kids of Colour, which works to promote the well-being of Black and minority ethnic children in the UK.

Reviews

"A powerful and provocative book that challenges our understanding of race and identity in Britain today." —The Guardian

"Hirsch's writing is clear, concise, and thought-provoking. She makes a compelling case for the need to address racism in Britain, and she does so with honesty, passion, and wit." —The New York Times

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complexities of race, identity, and belonging in Britain today." —The BBC

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Brit(ish): On Race, Identity and Belonging

by Afua Hirsch

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
File size	:	7119 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	367 pages

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