57 pages 1 hour read

Allan G. Johnson

Privilege, Power, and Difference

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2001

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Johnson's Privilege, Power, and Difference is praised for its clear, accessible writing and insightful analysis of systemic inequality. Critics commend its ability to provoke thought and foster understanding. However, some feel it oversimplifies complex issues. The book is a meaningful read for those seeking to understand social dynamics.

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Who Should Read Privilege, Power, and Difference?

Readers interested in exploring social inequalities, systemic power structures, and their roles within them would appreciate Allan G. Johnson's Privilege, Power, and Difference. Similar to works like Peggy McIntosh's "White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack" and Robin DiAngelo's White Fragility, this book engages readers in critical self-reflection and societal analysis.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Social Justice
Race / Racism
Gender / Feminism
Themes
Identity: Gender
Identity: Race
Society: Class