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FAVORITE NON FICTION AUDIOBOOK since Michele Obama’s “Becoming”.
Ten years ago, I read “The Warmth of Other Suns”....The epic story of America’s Great Migration ....
One of the most highly imagined - engrossing - heartfelt books I’ve ever read. There were three main unforgettable characters— their complexities - individual stories - and motivations for what they did - had to do - was soooo well written and experienced from Isabel Wilkerson...I’ve never forgotten the power and impact her book left on me.
Ten years later...brings me to:
“Caste...The Origins of Our Discontents”....( an Oprah Book Club pick... more deserving than all other ‘club-picks’, combined)....is an exceptional- needed - extraordinary - masterful - BEST NON FICTION BOOK ....perfect timing book - in the pandemic year of 2020 - that brings a whole new meaning to the term: “INSTANT CLASSIC”.
*Audiobook*....read by Robin Miles [14hours and 26 minutes] ....
Robin is the perfect reader for this book.
Two full days of compelling binge listening. This book only left my side for one phone call, ( Tzipora), and couple of quick messages.
The last time I listened to an audiobook with this much gusto, was when I listened to Michelle Obama read from her book ‘Becoming’.
This book changes us...
It has changed me. I’ll never think of caste, American Caste, dominate caste, subordinate caste, mis-casting of caste, sickness of caste, hate, suffering, violence, rejection of caste, cruelty of caste, disparity, fears, resentments, intolerance, mocking, beliefs, assumptions, lies upon lies, stereotyping, slavery, abuse, discrimination, oppression, class, blacks, white, race, hierarchy, and collective madness the same again. There is no returning to where I started from before this book.
I learned so much more about American history....about AMERICAN CASTE HISTORY... realizing how much I never understood before.
It would take me 5 to 10 years to write a deserving review to match a third of this highly accomplished book.
And now that I’ve finished it - it might be a better use of my time to read professionals reviews, watch YouTube’s, podcasts, interviews, and read other readers reviews, than spend the next many years trying to write one book review myself. I do intend to stay engaged with the conversations - ( be mindful as one Goodreads buddy said), and apply action where it seems appropriate).
Oprah must have some discussion group going, yes? I’d pay to join a quality book discussion with Isabel Wilkerson speaking.
The only other time I engaged with one of Oprah’s online book clubs, was when she and Eckhart Tolle...lead a ten week -weekly hour- online gathering discussion- chapter by chapter ( people from around the world).
Point is, I’m at at age, stage, and readiness of wanting to stay engaged learning, growing, re-evaluating, reassessing, being mindful, and taking action when it comes to social injustice- intolerance- racial justice - and civil liberties.
Reading this book....was fitting with my own commitment to the cause.
While digesting so much information from this book - I’m aware that I’ve still no idea just how ‘much’ this book is a useful gift ....it’s opened a new pathway inside my brain...for more...new... greater effective learning.
Isabel Wilkerson connects caste histories - giving us a connective experience of the caste system in India, Nazi Germany, and in America.
For example, Isabel, explains how radical inequality in America has its parallel in caste in inequality in India even though by definition race and caste are not the same thing. She draws different parallels from different systems of oppression.
She breaks down eight pillars of caste: ( explores each of these with us to better understand)
....Foundations of caste origins of discontents
....Divine Will and Laws of Nature
....Heritability
....Endogamy and the Control of Marriage and Mating
....Purity Versus Pollution
....Occupational Hierarchy: The Jatis and the Mudsill
....Dehumanization and Stigma
....Terror as Enforcement, Cruelty as a Means of Control
....Inherent Superiority Versus Inherent Inferiority
Race and Caste are examined - how they are similar and how they are different. Both divide society in many ways to the unfair advantage of certain groups over others. I particularly liked when Isabel included real people, situations, and their ‘oh-my-fricken-god’ stories that gave me a more direct experience of the intensity of discrimination.
My mind connects best with real stories include...and there are plenty.
There were several personal stories that will stay with me ...
....one was about a woman named *Miss*,
....another true ‘sharing-story’ about when Isabel was in a position where she was accused of impersonating herself. I’m still chuckling over that one.
....THIS IS AN INSIDE FUNNY FOR READERS WHO HAVE ALREADY READ THIS BOOK:
In need for a new mailbox? Haha!
There’s an old saying I learned years ago....
If you have a flat tire, and you’re angry about it.... you can kick it, and kick it, and kick it again....but the tire will still be flat.
I mentioned it might take years for me to write a proper review.
I could write much more about this book and I’m sure it would be a beneficial process for myself....
However, at this point, best to share the real truth to others: READ IT!!!
It really should be required reading - in our schools - families - for humanity.
I hope I was able to contribute a small part, of adding my voice to the endorsement FOR WHY READ - ( audiobook was great for me)...this book. Reading will have many advantages too. I’d need to consider purchasing- and reading this book for a next read.
The start was awesome - a creative fun way to get a regular reader interested - ( and again its must be said that the voice narrator, Robin Miles was fantastic); I was immediately hooked.
I was never bored but there were a few parts that were harder for me to understand than others.
The journey is a process.
I don’t think I’m expected to understand everything from one read, but I got a hell of a lot out of it.
Isabel Wilkerson is a genius.
She’s a phenomenal teacher ( besides incredible author).
I’m thankful for the added spoonfuls of sugar, to the much needed medicine: seriously’ helpful in digesting this much learning in 2 days.
Is it even necessary to say?
5 strong stars - and more💃
Ten years ago, I read “The Warmth of Other Suns”....The epic story of America’s Great Migration ....
One of the most highly imagined - engrossing - heartfelt books I’ve ever read. There were three main unforgettable characters— their complexities - individual stories - and motivations for what they did - had to do - was soooo well written and experienced from Isabel Wilkerson...I’ve never forgotten the power and impact her book left on me.
Ten years later...brings me to:
“Caste...The Origins of Our Discontents”....( an Oprah Book Club pick... more deserving than all other ‘club-picks’, combined)....is an exceptional- needed - extraordinary - masterful - BEST NON FICTION BOOK ....perfect timing book - in the pandemic year of 2020 - that brings a whole new meaning to the term: “INSTANT CLASSIC”.
*Audiobook*....read by Robin Miles [14hours and 26 minutes] ....
Robin is the perfect reader for this book.
Two full days of compelling binge listening. This book only left my side for one phone call, ( Tzipora), and couple of quick messages.
The last time I listened to an audiobook with this much gusto, was when I listened to Michelle Obama read from her book ‘Becoming’.
This book changes us...
It has changed me. I’ll never think of caste, American Caste, dominate caste, subordinate caste, mis-casting of caste, sickness of caste, hate, suffering, violence, rejection of caste, cruelty of caste, disparity, fears, resentments, intolerance, mocking, beliefs, assumptions, lies upon lies, stereotyping, slavery, abuse, discrimination, oppression, class, blacks, white, race, hierarchy, and collective madness the same again. There is no returning to where I started from before this book.
I learned so much more about American history....about AMERICAN CASTE HISTORY... realizing how much I never understood before.
It would take me 5 to 10 years to write a deserving review to match a third of this highly accomplished book.
And now that I’ve finished it - it might be a better use of my time to read professionals reviews, watch YouTube’s, podcasts, interviews, and read other readers reviews, than spend the next many years trying to write one book review myself. I do intend to stay engaged with the conversations - ( be mindful as one Goodreads buddy said), and apply action where it seems appropriate).
Oprah must have some discussion group going, yes? I’d pay to join a quality book discussion with Isabel Wilkerson speaking.
The only other time I engaged with one of Oprah’s online book clubs, was when she and Eckhart Tolle...lead a ten week -weekly hour- online gathering discussion- chapter by chapter ( people from around the world).
Point is, I’m at at age, stage, and readiness of wanting to stay engaged learning, growing, re-evaluating, reassessing, being mindful, and taking action when it comes to social injustice- intolerance- racial justice - and civil liberties.
Reading this book....was fitting with my own commitment to the cause.
While digesting so much information from this book - I’m aware that I’ve still no idea just how ‘much’ this book is a useful gift ....it’s opened a new pathway inside my brain...for more...new... greater effective learning.
Isabel Wilkerson connects caste histories - giving us a connective experience of the caste system in India, Nazi Germany, and in America.
For example, Isabel, explains how radical inequality in America has its parallel in caste in inequality in India even though by definition race and caste are not the same thing. She draws different parallels from different systems of oppression.
She breaks down eight pillars of caste: ( explores each of these with us to better understand)
....Foundations of caste origins of discontents
....Divine Will and Laws of Nature
....Heritability
....Endogamy and the Control of Marriage and Mating
....Purity Versus Pollution
....Occupational Hierarchy: The Jatis and the Mudsill
....Dehumanization and Stigma
....Terror as Enforcement, Cruelty as a Means of Control
....Inherent Superiority Versus Inherent Inferiority
Race and Caste are examined - how they are similar and how they are different. Both divide society in many ways to the unfair advantage of certain groups over others. I particularly liked when Isabel included real people, situations, and their ‘oh-my-fricken-god’ stories that gave me a more direct experience of the intensity of discrimination.
My mind connects best with real stories include...and there are plenty.
There were several personal stories that will stay with me ...
....one was about a woman named *Miss*,
....another true ‘sharing-story’ about when Isabel was in a position where she was accused of impersonating herself. I’m still chuckling over that one.
....THIS IS AN INSIDE FUNNY FOR READERS WHO HAVE ALREADY READ THIS BOOK:
In need for a new mailbox? Haha!
There’s an old saying I learned years ago....
If you have a flat tire, and you’re angry about it.... you can kick it, and kick it, and kick it again....but the tire will still be flat.
I mentioned it might take years for me to write a proper review.
I could write much more about this book and I’m sure it would be a beneficial process for myself....
However, at this point, best to share the real truth to others: READ IT!!!
It really should be required reading - in our schools - families - for humanity.
I hope I was able to contribute a small part, of adding my voice to the endorsement FOR WHY READ - ( audiobook was great for me)...this book. Reading will have many advantages too. I’d need to consider purchasing- and reading this book for a next read.
The start was awesome - a creative fun way to get a regular reader interested - ( and again its must be said that the voice narrator, Robin Miles was fantastic); I was immediately hooked.
I was never bored but there were a few parts that were harder for me to understand than others.
The journey is a process.
I don’t think I’m expected to understand everything from one read, but I got a hell of a lot out of it.
Isabel Wilkerson is a genius.
She’s a phenomenal teacher ( besides incredible author).
I’m thankful for the added spoonfuls of sugar, to the much needed medicine: seriously’ helpful in digesting this much learning in 2 days.
Is it even necessary to say?
5 strong stars - and more💃
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