Race Manners

Navigating the Minefield Between Black and White Americans

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Cultural Studies, Ethnic Studies, African-American Studies, History, Military
Cover of the book Race Manners by Bruce A. Jacobs, Arcade
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Bruce A. Jacobs ISBN: 9781628721430
Publisher: Arcade Publication: August 1, 2011
Imprint: Arcade Language: English
Author: Bruce A. Jacobs
ISBN: 9781628721430
Publisher: Arcade
Publication: August 1, 2011
Imprint: Arcade
Language: English

On a plane, a black passenger nervously scrutinizes an Arab–American passenger. In front of a store, a white woman clutches her purse as a black man walks by. In conversation, the topic of race comes up and both people wonder what they are willing to say-and what they are not. Each scenario reveals that how we act and react to each other on a daily basis stems from racial assumptions, biases, and misunderstandings. Some we acknowledge, others we overlook.

In the wake of 9/11, confronting race relations in America is as daunting as it is necessary. Race Manners shows us how we can begin a civilized, meaningful dialogue-not with evasive abstractions, but with practicality and candor. Bruce A. Jacobs, a tireless speaker, has traveled the country over the past six years, learning and listening as people reacted to the first edition of this book and told him their own stories. In this newest edition, here is a candid assessment of and guide to improving race relations that offers honest clarity on fear of crime and terrorism, the role of “rage talk media,” the problem with tolerance, race in pop music from Elvis to Eminem and beyond, the “N-word,” and much more.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

On a plane, a black passenger nervously scrutinizes an Arab–American passenger. In front of a store, a white woman clutches her purse as a black man walks by. In conversation, the topic of race comes up and both people wonder what they are willing to say-and what they are not. Each scenario reveals that how we act and react to each other on a daily basis stems from racial assumptions, biases, and misunderstandings. Some we acknowledge, others we overlook.

In the wake of 9/11, confronting race relations in America is as daunting as it is necessary. Race Manners shows us how we can begin a civilized, meaningful dialogue-not with evasive abstractions, but with practicality and candor. Bruce A. Jacobs, a tireless speaker, has traveled the country over the past six years, learning and listening as people reacted to the first edition of this book and told him their own stories. In this newest edition, here is a candid assessment of and guide to improving race relations that offers honest clarity on fear of crime and terrorism, the role of “rage talk media,” the problem with tolerance, race in pop music from Elvis to Eminem and beyond, the “N-word,” and much more.

More books from Arcade

Cover of the book The Manzoni Family by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book The Animals After Midnight by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book The Manzoni Family by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book Judge Savage by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book Trigger Happy by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book James Baldwin by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book The Freemasons by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book The Course of History by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book Lieutenant Schreiber's Country by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book Wyoming: A Novel by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book In the World by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book The Stoning of Soraya M. by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book The Republic of Wine by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book Sugar Money by Bruce A. Jacobs
Cover of the book Aim High in Creation! by Bruce A. Jacobs
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy