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Notable Books to Celebrate Black History Month

In celebration of Black History Month, the Washington University Libraries are sharing book recommendations on the subject of critical race theory. The books are available in John M. Olin Library and other Danforth campus libraries.

The list was created by Rudolph Clay, subject librarian for African and African American studies and urban studies.

Critical Race Theory: A Primer by Khiara Bridges

Book cover of Critical Race Theory: A Primer

Critical Race Theory: An Introduction by Jean Stefancic and Richard Delgado

Book cover of Critical Race Theory: An Introduction.

For more questions about the listed books or other reading recommendations, please contact Rudolph Clay.