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White Like Me: Reflections on Race from a Privileged Son Paperback – December 28, 2007

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Racial privilege shapes the lives of white Americans in every facet of life, from employment and education to housing and criminal justice. Using stories from his own life, Tim Wise shows that racism not only burdens people of color, but also benefits those who are "white like him" — whether or not they’re actively racist. Using stories instead of stale statistics, Wise weaves a compelling narrative that assesses the magnitude of racial privilege and is at once readable and scholarly, analytical yet accessible.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Soft Skull Press; 2nd edition (December 28, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1933368993
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1933368993
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches
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Tim Wise is among the most prominent anti-racist writers and activists in the U.S., and has been called, 'One of the most brilliant, articulate and courageous critics of white privilege in the nation," by best-selling author and professor Michael Eric Dyson, of Georgetown University. Wise has spoken in all 50 states, on over 1000 college campuses, and has spoken to community groups around the nation. He is the author of seven books and has contributed essays to twenty-five additional volumes.

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Tracy Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars So thought provoking!
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2017
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I read this for a book group - yes, yet another book group book. What an interesting read! This guy grew up with parents that wanted him to know people are the same, regardless of what they may look like.

Mine were the same way, but one thing they taught me is that no one is color blind. We see the colors. And we must be aware, consciously choosing how we treat others. Can people tell be the way I live that I believe all humans deserve to be treated with dignity? Or can they only see that I do nothing to show my prejudices? Don't get me wrong, the latter is still an acceptable social norm to me, but I expect and hope for better.

Clearly, the concept of white privilege is an uncomfortable one for those of us who benefit from it - for white males more than white females, but I know I have been benefitted by my skin color. I liked this book, though, because it caused me to reflect on myself, on my life, on my blessings and behavior.

Until we see "others" as a part of "us", we can never enjoy equality in our country. We have to keep fighting for it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent - perspective from an uncommon angle
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2013
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I purchased this book after a friend invited me to come to a luncheon with the author here in our city. I wanted to read the book in the week or so before his visit, and at first I was afraid I might not be able to finish. However, I found his writing to be extremely engaging, and enjoyable to read. I finished the book in just a few days.

I have read quite a few books on race relations, and I agree with one of the other commentators that we should not glorify this particular book given so many eloquent works have been written by the likes of Du Bois, Baldwin, etc.. That said, I believe Wise brings a fresh perspective on this issue - and I wish I could require every white American to read his book (along with "The Fire Next Time," "The New Jim Crow," and quite a few others).

The sad truth is that the people who need to read and reflect on these works never will. What Wise has written here is from his heart and experience. He does not refrain from admitting his own failings and ignorance on his journey - and from that we gain an honest perspective from a person who truly wants this world to be a better place for everyone - not just for people who look like him.
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Jasmine
4.0 out of 5 stars A must-read for anti-racists of all colors and creeds
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2013
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Tim Wise is an excellent speaker and writer. He really puts things in perspective and has great insight. I especially love the chapter with him describing the subliminal effects of American brainwashing on his daughters. I had no idea Pocahontas's real name was Matoaka either, hah.

I also loved how he drove home the point of making white allyship known in history, especially in schools. The fact that that history is rarely spoken of only reinforces the idea that white people were the sole perpetrators of violence against non-whites, solidifying "white guilt"
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5.0 out of 5 stars Helping White People See What We Don't Otherwise See
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2012
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I'm a white man married to black woman. I'm a white father of two children society classifies as black. I'm a white pastor of a congregation that is 60% black.

In other words, I have to think about race a lot -- for a white man.

But even with as much as I think about race I am still oblivious to some of the ways my race has privileged me in every context since my conception. And some of the ways it still privileges me every day in ways that harm the wife, children, and church that I love. And, as Wise discusses in White Like Me, ways that harm me and other whites.

In "White Like Me" Tim Wise tells his own story of living as a white man in a country that privileges whiteness. Beginning with his conception and continuing to Obama's presidency, Wise writes of his life experiences and what each one reveals about the advantages whiteness affords. His storytelling is at times moving, usually humurous, and always relatable for white readers.

Wise is not interested in making white people feel guilty. He is interested in helping white people see what our black neighbors see and feel every day. As such, the book is illuminating whether you have explored the subject of white privilege before or not.
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Heather
5.0 out of 5 stars Time to write the fourth edition.
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2023
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Mr. Wise in your introduction, you stated this subject matter is “fluid”. Well I think now’s the time to revise and focus on edition 4 because the Trumpian age has placed an even larger spotlight on your themes. I find it utterly amusing that DeSantis and his supporters will stop at nothing to throw a huge rock at the light you shine on the caucasian psyche. They want their distorted lenses through which they see the world to be the photosynthesis that all the worlds children are fed.
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Tomerial brooks
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2019
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Arrived on time and in good condition. Excellent read. I had the privilege of meeting Mr. Wise at a conference and also enjoyed talking with him . He is very candid and it is my belief this book as well as others written by him, is a good reference point in helping white people become more comfortable talking about race and acknowledging the privileges afforded them based on their race. At lot of work is to be done in the area of race relations in this society and current political climate and it will take white allies to do some hard internal work first who are willing to put themselves on the front lines to help uphold justice for ALL. I find this book as well as his other books as a springboard for this to happen.
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Gary
5.0 out of 5 stars have an open mind
Reviewed in Canada on February 22, 2018
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Great reading ,the book is full of human emotions.
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Tom C
4.0 out of 5 stars Must reading for white people
Reviewed in the Netherlands on February 2, 2018
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It is a book that I hope will make white people more aware of the racism inherent in white societies. One might think this book is only relevant to American society but one needn't look far to see it is also relevant here in Nederland. Zwart Piet, ignorance of our colonial past, ethnic food aisles in the grocery stores, little representation of minority groups in parliament, fear of being overrun by refugees, fear of being a victim of crime committed by people of color - all of these things indicate that in the
Netherlands racism is alive and well.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best book l have read for a long time
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 23, 2016
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Best book l have read for a long time, should be in all secondary schools and included in history lessons . White like me is not easy cup of tea reading but if you want real honest heart felt truth about racism from the white perspective you won't be disappointed. One hundred percent to Tim Wise for having the courage to write this book. Mrs D.Lomas
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5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended to all persons - especially white people
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 11, 2016
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Incredibly insightful and powerful.
Highly recommended to all persons - especially white people. This is a great education.
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A Montreal Reader
4.0 out of 5 stars Thought provoking
Reviewed in Canada on October 22, 2018
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A hard read and thought provoking and yes, I was getting quite disturbed and depressed until the end which focuses the journey of fighting rather than the goal of winning. Definitely something to think about.
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