5 Books That Radicalized Me (And 3 I’m Reading Next)

Because reading IS political! Yes, escapism has its place and is a valid way of consuming books, however, in a world of declining literacy, book bans, misinformation, and rising authoritarianism, the simple act of reading and owning a book is already a small rebellion. In this video, I talk about 5 books that have radicalized me, by sharpening my thinking, challenging systems and changing how I see the world, and also share the 3 books I want to read next to keep my mind sharp. And of course, two very honorable mentions! If you also believe reading can be a radical act, this one is for you! Books Mentioned The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin 1984 by George Orwell Kim Ji-Young, Born 1982 by Cho Nam-Joo Born a Crime by Trevor Noah Tales of the Tikongs by Epeli Hauʻofa Bloodchild and Other Stories by Octavia E. Butler bolo’bolo by P. M. Imagined Communities by Benedict Anderson Women, Race & Class by Angela Davis Freedom Is a Constant Struggle by Angela Davis Abolition. Feminism. Now. by Angela Davis Moon of the Crusted Snow by Waubgeshig Rice You can also find me here: 📸 Instagram: http://bit.ly/4mLJAsk 📚 Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4nAONEM