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Begin Again by Eddie S. Glaude

5 Minute Classics

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Unlock the profound wisdom of James Baldwin and its urgent relevance for today with this concise audio summary of Eddie S. Glaude Jr.'s "Begin Again." This audio captures the key takeaways found in the original book, offering a powerful exploration of American history, race, and the enduring challenge of "the lie" – the myths our nation tells itself. Journey through Baldwin's searing insights as he confronts uncomfortable truths and calls for a courageous reckoning with our past and present. Discover the importance of "witnessing" injustice, the pain of national betrayals, and the resilience needed to navigate the "after times." Understand how Baldwin's later works grappled with disillusionment while fiercely holding onto the possibility of a renewed America. All fluff and unnecessary information has been removed to save you hours of time. Learn how you can apply the main lessons & principles in a five minute listen. We analyze Baldwin's call to "begin again"—to re-examine our foundational values and actively build a more just and equitable society. If you've already read the original, this audio will help you cement the most important lessons. If you haven't, don't worry, here you will find all the practical information that you can apply to understand our current moment and inspire action towards creating a new America. Duration - 8m. Author - 5 Minute Classics. Narrator - Digital Voice Adam FM (late night radio) E. Published Date - Thursday, 09 January 2025.

Location:

United States

Description:

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Unlock the profound wisdom of James Baldwin and its urgent relevance for today with this concise audio summary of Eddie S. Glaude Jr.'s "Begin Again." This audio captures the key takeaways found in the original book, offering a powerful exploration of American history, race, and the enduring challenge of "the lie" – the myths our nation tells itself. Journey through Baldwin's searing insights as he confronts uncomfortable truths and calls for a courageous reckoning with our past and present. Discover the importance of "witnessing" injustice, the pain of national betrayals, and the resilience needed to navigate the "after times." Understand how Baldwin's later works grappled with disillusionment while fiercely holding onto the possibility of a renewed America. All fluff and unnecessary information has been removed to save you hours of time. Learn how you can apply the main lessons & principles in a five minute listen. We analyze Baldwin's call to "begin again"—to re-examine our foundational values and actively build a more just and equitable society. If you've already read the original, this audio will help you cement the most important lessons. If you haven't, don't worry, here you will find all the practical information that you can apply to understand our current moment and inspire action towards creating a new America. Duration - 8m. Author - 5 Minute Classics. Narrator - Digital Voice Adam FM (late night radio) E. Published Date - Thursday, 09 January 2025.

Language:

English


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