Virtual Book Discussion of “A Country of Strangers” by David K. Shipler

The Dock C. Bracy Center is committed to human reconciliation and the eradication of racism and other forms of human oppression. Our work focuses on healing the internal emotional and cognitive harms that have allowed racism to continue to thrive in our society. We support the efforts of many other groups and individuals by providing opportunities for learning and self-reflection so that strategies to eradicate racism can become more successful.https://www.dcbcenter.org

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Virtual small group book discussion of “A Country of Strangers: Blacks and Whites in America” by David K. Shipler

<aside><strong>UPDATED 1/26/2023</strong></aside><h2>Due to security concerns, you will only receive meeting credentials pending successful completion of our pre-event survey. You will not automatically receive credentials to this event.</h2><h2></h2><h2>What should a participant expect?</h2><p>The Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation's Reading for Understanding monthly virtual book discussions are free and have two requirements: Read the book and make time for the discussion.</p><p><strong>Donations are not required but are welcome.</strong></p><p>Participants should expect a pre-event survey to access the meeting credentials and a disucssion presentation preceding the event.  All book discussions are two hours and may use Zoom breakout rooms to create small virtual discussion groups.  Virtual doors open at 6:45pm, unless otherwise noted. All times are Eastern United States.</p><p></p><h2>Why did we select this book?</h2><p>"This book is an exploration of personal narratives from the experiences of black and white people in America. Through this book we will learn from the specific experiences of Black and White people. This book was written during the Clinton administration. Following The 1619 Project, we can deduce how much ‘progress’ has been made." – Alicia and Sabrina, Reading for Understanding Workgroup</p><p>“A Country of Strangers is a magnificent exploration of the psychological landscape where blacks and whites meet. To tell the story in human rather than abstract terms, the Pulitzer Prize-winning writer David K. Shipler bypasses both extremists and celebrities and takes us among ordinary Americans as they encounter one another across racial lines.” Source: <a href="https://cafeconlibrosbooks.indielite.org/book/9780679734543" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://cafeconlibrosbooks.indielite.org/book/9780679734543</a></p><p></p><h2>Purchase the book from Cafe con Libros, Brooklyn, New York.</h2><p>Each month we are celebrating a black-owned bookstore.  Please consider supporting Cafe con Libros, Brooklyn, New York, <a href="https://www.cafeconlibrosbk.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.cafeconlibrosbk.com</a></p><p>Purchase: <a href="https://cafeconlibrosbooks.indielite.org/book/9780679734543" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://cafeconlibrosbooks.indielite.org/book/9780679734543</a></p><p>Please purchase and read/listen to “A Country of Strangers: Blacks and Whites in America” by David K. Shipler before our virtual meeting on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 7-9pm EST (UTC-5).</p>

<h2>Reading for Understanding</h2><h3>Monthly virtual book discussions hosted by the Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation</h3><p>As a learning organization, the Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation seeks to provide opportunities to promote understanding and empathy. Book discussions provide participants with a shared experience and an opportunity to engage with others.</p><p>The Center’s Reading for Understanding monthly book discussions are free and have two requirements: Read the book and make time for the discussion.</p><p></p><h2>Support black-owned bookstores.</h2><p>Where and how you choose to spend money has power.  Visit <a href="https://aalbc.com/bookstores/list.php" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://aalbc.com/bookstores/list.php</a> to find a store in your area or shop directly from <a href="https://aalbc.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://aalbc.com</a>.</p><p>“African American Literature Book Club, AALBC.com is the oldest, largest, and most frequently visited web site dedicated to books by, or about, people of African descent. Started in 1997, AALBC.com is a widely recognized source of information about Black authors.” Source: <a href="https://aalbc.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">AALBC.com</a></p><p>Participants are encouraged to continue learning through the Center’s <a href="https://www.dcbcenter.org/eradicating-racism-learning-series" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Eradicating Racism: A Path Forward</a> learning series.</p>

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