Black Rednecks and White Liberals: Cultural Myths & History Insights

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Explore Thomas Sowell’s provocative cultural analysis in Black Rednecks and White Liberals, a 250-page hardcover that challenges prevailing narratives on race, class, and cultural persistence. Sowell examines 20th-century Southern “redneck” subcultures adopted by both poor whites and blacks, reveals how they were stereotyped by Northern elites, and critiques how modern white liberals romanticize dysfunctional cultural traits. Essays also tackle topics from Jewish identity to the true history of slavery. Ideal for readers of social history, cultural criticism, and race relations

• Eye-Opening Essays – Nine groundbreaking essays on race, culture, and class from acclaimed economist Thomas Sowell

• Redneck Subculture Analysis – Traces origins of Southern white and black “redneck” culture and its social impact

• Critical of Liberalism – Examines how well-intentioned white liberals perpetuate dysfunctional cultural myths

• Beyond Rednecks – Explores “Are Jews Generic?”, the real history of slavery, and other cultural case studies

• Clear, Engaging Prose – Sowell’s characteristic clarity turns complex social science into compelling narrative

• Cultural Persistence – Shows why certain behaviors endure across generations despite economic advancement

• Ideal for Discussion – Perfect for book clubs, cultural studies courses, and readers interested in race and history