You are your best thing : vulnerability, shame resilience, and the black experience : an anthology

Title
You are your best thing : vulnerability, shame resilience, and the black experience : an anthology

Summary
Tarana Burke and Dr. Brené Brown bring together a dynamic group of Black writers, organizers, artists, academics, and cultural figures to discuss the topics the two have dedicated their lives to understanding and teaching: vulnerability and shame resilience. Contributions by Kiese Laymon, Imani Perry, Laverne Cox, Jason Reynolds, Austin Channing Brown, and more. A stark, potent collection of essays on Black shame and healing. Burke and Brown create a space to recognize and process the trauma of white supremacy, a space to be vulnerable and affirm the fullness of Black love and Black life.

Year Published
2021

Physical Description
xxiii, 228 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm

Subject
Shame.
 
Resilience (Personality trait)
 
Vulnerability (Personality trait)
 
Blacks -- Social conditions.

Added Author
Burke, Tarana,
 
Brown, Brené,

Summary
Tarana Burke and Dr. Brené Brown bring together a dynamic group of Black writers, organizers, artists, academics, and cultural figures to discuss the topics the two have dedicated their lives to understanding and teaching: vulnerability and shame resilience. Contributions by Kiese Laymon, Imani Perry, Laverne Cox, Jason Reynolds, Austin Channing Brown, and more. A stark, potent collection of essays on Black shame and healing. Burke and Brown create a space to recognize and process the trauma of white supremacy, a space to be vulnerable and affirm the fullness of Black love and Black life.

ISBN
9780593243626

Publisher
New York : Random House, [2021]


LibraryCall NumberTypeItem BarcodeStatus
Edmonton Christian High152.44 BURBook30905000121339Non-Fiction