What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Blacker // A Memoir in Essays
Damon Young • HarperCollins • ISBN-13 978‑0062684318
What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Blacker // A Memoir in Essays
ISBN-10: 0062684302 · ISBN-13: 978‑0062684318 · 2020
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Damon Young presents a collection of essays that navigate the complexities of Black identity and masculinity in contemporary America. Through a blend of sharp cultural critique and personal narrative, the author examines the psychological toll of navigating systemic racism while maintaining a sense of self. These reflections offer a candid look at the intersection of professional life, social expectations, and the persistent anxieties inherent in the Black experience.
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