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A review by architha_thebookishdweeb
All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson
4.0
What's the last memoir you read?
"Symbolism gives folks hope. But I've come to learn that symbolism is a threat to actual change - it's a chance for those in power to say, 'Look how far you have come' rather than admitting, 'Look how long we've stopped you from getting here.'"
All of us have different stories. Stories that deserve to be heard and acknowledged. Those who invalidate others' struggles never really understood life for what it is: a palette with colors on hold to make a masterpiece.
'All Boys Aren't Blue' is the memoir-manifesto of a gay black man who took a long time to recognize and acknowledge himself. His story is one of happiness, grief, anger, and most importantly, acceptance.
This book is written as a tribute to his friends and family; the people who never doubted him for who he was.
Deep thoughts about sexuality and masculinity make a huge headway here; so this book can be considered a handbook for black queer teens.
George.M.Johnson's life is one of resilience and love, one that is very hard to come by for a person deviating from the norm. I dare say, he used his privilege of having a support system in his life to write a book for those who don't. You're not alone.
It's a story of inclusivity that I highly recommend you read.
"Symbolism gives folks hope. But I've come to learn that symbolism is a threat to actual change - it's a chance for those in power to say, 'Look how far you have come' rather than admitting, 'Look how long we've stopped you from getting here.'"
All of us have different stories. Stories that deserve to be heard and acknowledged. Those who invalidate others' struggles never really understood life for what it is: a palette with colors on hold to make a masterpiece.
'All Boys Aren't Blue' is the memoir-manifesto of a gay black man who took a long time to recognize and acknowledge himself. His story is one of happiness, grief, anger, and most importantly, acceptance.
This book is written as a tribute to his friends and family; the people who never doubted him for who he was.
Deep thoughts about sexuality and masculinity make a huge headway here; so this book can be considered a handbook for black queer teens.
George.M.Johnson's life is one of resilience and love, one that is very hard to come by for a person deviating from the norm. I dare say, he used his privilege of having a support system in his life to write a book for those who don't. You're not alone.
It's a story of inclusivity that I highly recommend you read.