The Science of Racism

It is quite a feat to pull off a densely informative book about a horrible subject that also manages to be charismatic and funny … highly readable * The Guardian *Persuasive and precise … The Science of Racism is a book that shouldn’t have to exist, but I am glad it does … The fight is real, and this book is a weapon – Adam Rutherford * The Spectator *Urgent and timely … If you have never encountered any of the arguments around racism enacted by both individuals and systems, this book is, sadly, an urgent place to start * Financial Times *Illuminating, surprising, unnerving, moving … and, sadly, utterly necessary for this time in history – Sathnam Sanghera, author of EmpirelandThis isn’t like any other book you’ve read about racism. It is feverishly devoted to data, painting an unarguable picture of the extent and scope of racism in our society. Read this book and you’ll win every debate you’ll ever have with anyone who doubts the existence of racism – Natasha DevonBreezy and user-friendly, with funny asides and engaging questions for the reader … eye-opening * Science *There are several passages in The Science of Racism that almost short-circuit the brain … An essential read * The Independent *Cuts through debate and rhetoric to deliver the clear and rigorous science of racism * The i *Incisive * Therapy Today *Goes straight for the jugular to dispel any doubt – racism exists, and science has proven it. * The Irish Times *

Keon West is a Professor of Social Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London, and the President of the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues. He has received numerous international awards for his research, teaching, media engagement, and social activism. He has also appeared frequently as a psychological expert and presenter on a variety of international media platforms. He is especially well known for his research on prejudice, sexual orientation, and sexual health. The Science of Racism is his second book.