Caste. Book Summary

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Isabel Wilkerson

What’s inside

Isabel Wilkerson’s ‘Caste’ is an eye-opening portrayal of American society, examining the unspoken caste system that has shaped the nation and affects every aspect of life. The book parallels the caste systems in America, India, and Nazi Germany, and analyzes how our lives today are still defined by a hierarchy of human divisions.

You’ll Learn

  • Gain a deeper understanding of societal structures
  • Gain insights into the history and implications of the caste system
  • Understand the intersection of culture, politics, and caste
  • Get inspired to contribute to a more equitable society

Key Points

  • Uncovering America’s hidden caste system
  • Comparison of global caste systems
  • The influence of caste on identity and culture
  • The impact of caste system on economy and politics
  • The role of caste in discrimination and inequality
  • Consequences and effects of living in high caste
  • The hope for a world free of caste

Who’s it For

  • Historians
  • Sociologists
  • Political enthusiasts
  • Readers interested in social justice

About the author

Isabel Wilkerson is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author. She is particularly known for her works that explore African-American history and racial segregation in the United States.