Summary:
The book explores the complex relationship between identity and race in modern Britain, delving into the author's personal experiences as a woman of mixed heritage. It challenges the nation's historical amnesia around colonialism and slavery, and critiques the ongoing issues of racism and exclusion in British society.
Key points:
1. British Racial Identity: Hirsch discusses the complexities of being both black and British, challenging the idea of a singular British identity.
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