Rising Out of Hatred: The Awakening of a Former White Nationalist (Hardcover)

from GShuk

I could not put this down. What I enjoyed most was how it explored peoples different approaches to those with conflicting core belief systems. It also made more clear Trumps effect on this group, although that was not the focus of the book.

from splinfo

What a look at a world that is altogether invisible to me. A young (brainwashed) home-schooled kid is headed toward being a role as leader of the international white supremacy when his college experience opens his eyes. That part of the book is encouraging and tender. The shaping of Derek Black b...

from DennisBratcher

Very useful and informative. When confronting an alien and alienating point-of-view it is hard to remain compassionate in listening but firm in your own views. The interpersonal give and take, the realization that whether you change or not people whom you hold dear will be hurt is very helpful.

from Darcia

So... Wow. The content is powerful, the writing is exceptional, and I would love for everyone to read this book. I've been derisively called a "bleeding heart liberal" by people who believe tolerance and open-mindedness are weaknesses. Over the past few years, I've been reading a lot about the gr...

from deusvitae

A compelling, hard to put down narrative of the life and transformation of Derek Black, scion of the white nationalist movement. The author has put to good use a lot of primary sources and information from interviews to set forth the story of Derek's life: his origins, the backstory of his father...