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Just Us: An American Conversation
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Rankine reflects upon "whiteness in America" with intellectual rigor, a poetic sensibility and warmth and honesty. I felt like a trusted friend invited by Rankine to join her in conversation. More than other books I've read this year on racism, this one hit me on a very visceral and personal level. I listened to the audio, which I loved, and also referred to the print book, a beautiful volume with heavy coated paper and color photos and notes on the facing pages. This book was my gift to myself in 2020 and I am grateful.
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September 6, 2020
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September 6, 2020
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December 14, 2020
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December 18, 2020
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December 18, 2020
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2020-favorites
December 18, 2020
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essays
December 18, 2020
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Finished Reading
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Dec 18, 2020 06:41AM
What a wonderful gift to yourself, Lisa! And to the world, as these books make us better people! I too felt like a trusted friend of the author's, reading the book. It was so personal and intimate.
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Sounds powerful, Lisa. I have given myself many gifts of books this year! Compelling review.
5 shining stars! Sounds like you had a Wonderfull experience with this book, Lisa. Makes me curious to check it out for myself. Lovely review.
Great, I might add this, or should I say subtract it, from my Audible credits.
A gift of book! Books are the best gifts. I will add this to my TBR list. Beautiful review Lisa!
Thank you for this review! I want to read this book now too. :-)
Jenna wrote: "What a wonderful gift to yourself, Lisa! And to the world, as these books make us better people! I too felt like a trusted friend of the author's, reading the book. It was so personal and intimate." I'm so glad we both had the experience of reading this book.
Barbara wrote: "Sounds powerful, Lisa. I have given myself many gifts of books this year! Compelling review."Thanks Barbara.
Barbara wrote: "A gift of book! Books are the best gifts. I will add this to my TBR list. Beautiful review Lisa!" I look forward to your thoughts Barbara!
Cathrine ☯️ wrote: "Great, I might add this, or should I say subtract it, from my Audible credits." Great! But try to get your hands on the physical book too if you can.
Anne wrote: "5 shining stars! Sounds like you had a Wonderfull experience with this book, Lisa. Makes me curious to check it out for myself. Lovely review." Thank you Anne.
Rachel wrote: "Thank you for this review! I want to read this book now too. :-)"I'm glad Rachel!
Lovely review for a compelling read.
I liked your review. This book hit me too on a visceral and personal level. I hope you get a chance to read my review.
Thanks Jim. I'm glad it affected you also.
