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My Mother the Racist
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In "My Mother the Racist," Didier Eribon reflects on his complicated relationship with his mother, a working-class woman harboring deep-seated racist beliefs.
Eribon explores the social and economic factors that shaped his mother's worldview, highlighting the impact of poverty, prejudice, and social marginalization.
The book delves into the emotional toll of familial conflict and the challenges of reconciling personal affection with profound ideological differences.
Through intimate anecdotes and insightful analysis, Eribon offers a nuanced perspective on racism, class, and the complexities of family dynamics.
The narrative transcends a simple condemnation of racism, instead presenting a poignant exploration of the human condition.
Eribon explores the social and economic factors that shaped his mother's worldview, highlighting the impact of poverty, prejudice, and social marginalization.
The book delves into the emotional toll of familial conflict and the challenges of reconciling personal affection with profound ideological differences.
Through intimate anecdotes and insightful analysis, Eribon offers a nuanced perspective on racism, class, and the complexities of family dynamics.
The narrative transcends a simple condemnation of racism, instead presenting a poignant exploration of the human condition.
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Read by Mark Noble on The Guardian Long Read podcast, detailing the author's complex relationship with his racist mother.

My mother, the racist