One Drop: Shifting the Lens on Race

The One Drop book is a groundbreaking exploration of Blackness and its various definitions across different cultures and societies.

Through the perspectives of 60 contributors from 25 countries, this book challenges narrow perceptions of Blackness as both an identity and lived reality, offering a diverse range of experiences that defy easy categorization.

The authors delve into the complexities of race and identity, examining how historical definitions of race continue to shape contemporary racial identities and lived experiences of racial difference.

With striking portraiture and candid narratives, this book provides living testimony to the diversity of Blackness, offering a nuanced understanding of what it means to be Black in the US and around the world.

Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge of race and identity or simply want to gain a deeper appreciation for the complexity of human experience, The One Drop book is an essential read.