The alchemy of race and rights

Book • 1991
'The Alchemy of Race and Rights' explores the intersection of race, law, and personal experience.

Patricia Williams uses personal anecdotes to dissect complex legal concepts and reveal the ways in which race and class shape individuals' interactions with the legal system.

The book challenges traditional legal discourse by incorporating narrative and emotion.

It examines issues such as contract law, property rights, and civil rights through a critical lens.

Williams's work highlights the importance of understanding the human impact of legal structures and the need for greater social justice.

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as a book in which Patricia Williams describes a moment in a Benetton store.
Justin L. Mann, "Breaking the World: Black Insecurity and the Horizons of Speculation" (Duke UP, 2026)
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, referencing Patricia Williams's description of going to a United Colors of Benetton store.
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