Whites

Whites

Otegha Uwagba, 2020

Overview

This powerful and timely personal essay by best-selling author Otegha Uwagba delves into the complexities of racism, whiteness, and the significant mental labor Black individuals undertake to navigate these issues. Presented as a record of observations during a pivotal historical moment, marked by the murder of George Floyd and subsequent protests, the work examines the profound burden of whiteness. Uwagba, describing herself as a 'reluctant expert,' explores the experiences of enduring racism and white attempts at anti-racism, often from the same individuals. It questions how Black people reconcile their understanding of truth with the versions of events tolerated by white society and probes the nature of true allyship.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in personal essays on race and identity.
• Individuals seeking to understand the impact of systemic racism.
• Those exploring concepts of allyship and anti-racism.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 80
• Publisher: HarperCollins UK
• Year: 2020
• ISBN: 9780008440428