Author

DiAngelo, Robin

Place of Publication

Boston, MA

Publisher

Beacon Press

Publication Date

2018

Physical Description

xvii, 169 p. ; 23 cm.

Subjects

White

Race Relations

Defense Mechanisms

Behavior

Interpersonal Communication

Abstract

"In this groundbreaking and timely book, antiracist educator Robin DiAngelo deftly illuminates the phenomenon of white fragility. Referring to the defensive moves that white people make when challenged racially, white fragility is characterized by emotions such as anger, fear, and guilt, and by behaviors including argumentation and silence. These behaviors, in turn, function to reinstate white racial equilibrium and prevent any meaningful cross-racial dialogue. In this in-depth exploration, DiAngelo explores how white fragility develops, how it protects racial inequality, and what we can do to engage more constructively" -- Back cover.

ISBN

9780807047415

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Audience

Professional

Location

Victoria Library

Call Number

HT1503 D538 2018

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