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Waking Up White, and Finding Myself in the Story of Race

By: Debby Irving
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For 25 years, Debby Irving sensed inexplicable racial tensions in her personal and professional relationships. As a colleague and neighbor, she worried about offending people she dearly wanted to befriend. As an arts administrator, she didn't understand why her diversity efforts lacked traction. As a teacher, she found her best efforts to reach out to students and families of color left her wondering what she was missing. Then, in 2009, one "aha!" moment launched an adventure of discovery and insight that drastically shifted her worldview and upended her life plan.

In Waking Up White, Irving tells her often cringe-worthy story with such openness that listeners will be rooting for her - and ultimately for all of us.

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Personal Journey • Honest Reflection • Excellent Narration • Educational Content • Relatable Experiences
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I gathered historical knowledge, a new perspective and fresh ideas for interacting with others. I especially appreciated the author's candor and vulnerability.

Learned a lot that shifted my thinking

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The story knocked me out! I can only hope I too can wake up white. I hope I can become more than “a stupid white woman.”

The book Waking Up White

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Struggling to understand racism and white privilege? This well written documentary will help immensely. I was easily able to relate to the authors writing and feelings. Thank you.

Unbelievably on point!

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We all know what Debby Irving presents in her book is right! Can we follow through?

Do you have the guts!

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I highly recommend this book. It was very insightful and thought provoking. Loved the questions at the end of each chapter.

Great book!

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I appreciate learning how a white person sees the world. The vulnerability to share how one's beliefs change is inspiring.

the vulnerability

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How to work against white privilege. Should be required reading for all white people

An important book for understanding racism

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This book was amazing. It has changed me. I used to think that I was not a racist; now I realize that we all are to some extent. I also know that I want to do more to make a change in my neighborhood and in my country. I think the author for writing this book and for challenging me and pushing me to continue learning and pushing for social justice.

Amazing book

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This book has been a really important part of my growth the last couple years. Highly recommend it for opening eyes, minds, and hearts.

Second Time Through

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This book would work well as a daily bedtime series. I read this too fast and will have to revisit a lot of bookmarks! I loved it.

Surprisingly Thorough & Educational!

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