62 pages • 2 hours read
Derrick A. BellFaces at the Bottom of the Well: The Permanence of Racism
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1992A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Bell's Faces at the Bottom of the Well incisively critiques enduring racism through allegorical essays and storytelling. Praised for its bold narrative and intellectual depth, it challenges conventional thinking but is occasionally seen as overly pessimistic. Its thought-provoking nature makes it essential for those probing racial justice, despite some criticisms of its unyielding outlook.
Who Should Read Faces at the Bottom of the Well?
A reader who values critical race theory, explores systemic racism, and appreciates nuanced, provocative narratives will enjoy Faces at the Bottom of the Well by Derrick A. Bell. Fans of Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow or Ta-Nehisi Coates's Between the World and Me will find it compelling.
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