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Narratives of Resistance

This dataset consists of literary works that contribute to various social justice themes, exploring topics such as race, gender, class, and education. The entries provide valuable insight into significant contributions from various authors spanning multiple decades, highlighting the struggles and movements for equality and justice.

  1. ID: A unique identifier for each literary work in the dataset.
  2. Title: The title of the literary work, which gives insight into its subject matter.
  3. Author: The name of the author who wrote the literary work.
  4. Year: The year in which the literary work was published, providing context for its relevance.
  5. Type: The genre or type of the literary work, such as memoir, non-fiction, essays, etc.
  6. Region: The geographic region associated with the work or its author, indicating broader cultural contexts.
  7. Summary: A brief description of the content or main themes of the literary work.

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ID Title Author Year Type Region Summary
1 The Autobiography of Malcolm X Malcolm X 1965 Memoir USA A story of struggle and resilience against racism.
2 Women, Race & Class Angela Davis 1981 Non-fiction USA An examination of the intersectionality of race, gender, and class in the feminist movement.
3 The Fire Next Time James Baldwin 1963 Essays USA An exploration of race and religion in America.
4 Pedagogy of the Oppressed Paulo Freire 1970 Education Brazil A foundational text in critical pedagogy and resistance against oppression.
5 A People's History of the United States Howard Zinn 1980 History USA A retelling of American history from the perspective of marginalized groups.
6 The Wretched of the Earth Frantz Fanon 1961 Political Algeria A revolutionary text on decolonization and the psychological effects of colonization.
7 The Feminine Mystique Betty Friedan 1963 Non-fiction USA A pivotal book in sparking the second wave of feminism.
8 Just Mercy Bryan Stevenson 2014 Non-fiction USA A memoir about justice and the fight against systemic racism in the legal system.
9 Sojourner Truth: A Life, A Symbol Lynn L. Smith 1994 Biography USA A biography of the African American abolitionist and women's rights activist.
10 The Souls of Black Folk W.E.B. Du Bois 1903 Essays USA A seminal work exploring African American culture and identity post-Civil War.
11 Black Skin, White Masks Frantz Fanon 1952 Psychology France An exploration of the psychological effects of colonialism on black people.
12 The Moment of Truth Yanis Varoufakis 2015 Political Greece An insider's view of the Greek financial crisis and resistance to austerity.
13 Sister Outsider Audre Lorde 1984 Essays USA A collection of essays that explore the intersections of race, gender, and sexuality.
14 The Color Purple Alice Walker 1982 Fiction USA A novel about the struggles of African American women in the early 20th century.
15 The Revolutionary Ideas of Karl Marx Alex Callinicos 2010 Political UK An exploration of Marx's ideas and their relevance to modern resistance movements.
16 Assata: An Autobiography Assata Shakur 1987 Memoir USA The life story of a Black revolutionary and her fight for justice.
17 Solidarity Forever: An Oral History of the Labor Movement Phil Cohen 2006 History USA An exploration of the labor movement through personal stories.
18 This Bridge Called My Back: Writings by Radical Women of Color Cherríe Moraga 1981 Anthology USA A collection of writings by women of color who challenge mainstream feminism.
19 Ain't I a Woman: Black Women and Feminism bell hooks 1981 Non-fiction USA A feminist critique on the treatment of Black women in America.
20 The Dispossessed Ursula K. Le Guin 1974 Science Fiction USA A novel exploring anarchist themes and the concept of resistance against capitalism.
21 White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism Robin DiAngelo 2018 Non-fiction USA A discussion on the defensive reactions of white people when confronted with racism.
22 The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness Michelle Alexander 2010 Non-fiction USA An examination of the criminal justice system and its racial implications.
23 Freedom Dreams: The Black Radical Imagination Robin D.G. Kelley 2002 Non-fiction USA A look at the role of imagination in the black liberation struggle.
24 The Revolution Will Not Be Televised Gil Scott-Heron 1970 Poetry/Song USA A poem highlighting media's role in American culture and politics.
25 War Against All Puerto Ricans Nelson A. Denis 2015 History Puerto Rico A historical account of Puerto Rico's struggle for independence.
26 Hope in the Dark Rebecca Solnit 2004 Non-fiction USA An exploration of hope amid despair and the importance of resistance.
27 The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism Naomi Klein 2007 Non-fiction Canada An examination of exploitative practices following crises in various regions.
28 Righteous Discontent: The Women's Movement in the Black Baptist Church, 1880-1920 Evelyn Brooks Higginbotham 1993 History USA A study of black women's activism within their religious institutions.
29 The Beauty in Breaking Michelle Harper 2021 Memoir USA A perspective on healing and resilience in the face of trauma.
30 This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. The Climate Naomi Klein 2014 Non-fiction Canada An investigation of the climate crisis through the lens of capitalism.
31 The Long Walk to Freedom Nelson Mandela 1994 Memoir South Africa Mandela's journey from activism to presidency in the fight against apartheid.
32 The Politics of Reality: Essays in Feminist Theory Marilyn Frye 1983 Essays USA A discourse on feminism and the systemic issues faced by women.
33 Eloquent Rage: A Black Feminist Discovers Her Superpower Brittney Cooper 2018 Non-fiction USA An exploration of black women's anger and its power for change.
34 Discipline and Punish Michel Foucault 1975 Philosophy France A study of punishment, power, and social control.
35 Zami: A New Spelling of My Name Audre Lorde 1982 Memoir USA A biomythography that explores Lorde's identity and resistance as a black lesbian.
36 My Bondage and My Freedom Frederick Douglass 1855 Memoir USA Douglass's narrative of his experiences as an escaped slave.
37 Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee Dee Brown 1970 History USA A history of Native American resistance against US expansion.
38 A People's History of the New World Howard Zinn 2003 History USA A retelling of the history of the Americas from the perspective of the oppressed.
39 Feminism Is For Everybody bell hooks 2000 Non-fiction USA A primer on feminist theory and advocacy for all genders.
40 The Intersectional Feminist Mina Harris 2021 Non-fiction USA A modern exploration of feminism through the lens of intersectionality.
41 The Book of Joy Desmond Tutu, Dalai Lama 2016 Non-fiction Various A dialogue about joy and resilience in the face of adversity.
42 The Essential Rumi Rumi 1995 Poetry Persia Poetic reflections on love, spirituality, and resistance.
43 The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America Richard Rothstein 2017 Non-fiction USA An unpacking of government policies that institutionalized segregation.
44 They Were Her Property: White Women as Slave Owners in the American South Stephanie E. Jones-Rogers 2019 Non-fiction USA A history of white women's roles in slavery.
45 How to Be an Antiracist Ibram X. Kendi 2019 Non-fiction USA A guide to understanding and combating racism.
46 The Origins of Totalitarianism Hannah Arendt 1951 Political Germany Analysis of totalitarian systems and their resistance to freedom.
47 The Power of Habit Charles Duhigg 2012 Non-fiction USA An exploration of habit formation and change as a form of resistance.
48 Resistance: A Songwriter's Story Harrison St. John 2015 Memoir USA A memoir of a musician's fight for social justice through art.
49 The Underground Railroad Colson Whitehead 2016 Fiction USA A novel that reimagines the historical escape from slavery.
50 Pedagogy of Hope: Reliving Pedagogy of the Oppressed Paulo Freire 1994 Education Brazil Freire reflects on his earlier work and its ongoing relevance.
51 My Name is Malala Malala Yousafzai 2013 Memoir Pakistan A memoir by the Nobel laureate who stood up for girls' education.
52 Man's Search for Meaning Viktor Frankl 1946 Memoir Austria A psychiatrist's experience in concentration camps and his discovery of meaning.
53 One Day When I was Lost: A Scenario for Malcolm X James Baldwin 1963 Play USA A dramatization of Malcolm X's life and struggles for justice.
54 The Spirit of Intimacy: Ancient Teachings in the Ways of Relationships Ayo Handy-Kendi 1992 Non-fiction USA An exploration of African spiritual practices and relationship dynamics.
55 The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism Naomi Klein 2007 Non-fiction Canada Explores how corporate interests exploit shocks to impose controversial policies.
56 Gender Trouble: Feminism and the Subversion of Identity Judith Butler 1990 Non-fiction USA A significant work on gender theory and the resistance of identity norms.
57 We Should All Be Feminists Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie 2014 Essays Nigeria A personal, powerful assertion of why feminism benefits everyone.
58 The Ethical Slut: A Guide to Infinite Sexual Possibilities Dossie Easton, Janet W. Hardy 1997 Non-fiction USA A discussion on non-monogamous relationships and sexual autonomy.
59 Brave New World Aldous Huxley 1932 Fiction UK A dystopian novel exploring the effects of a technologically advanced society.
60 Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents Isabel Wilkerson 2020 Non-fiction USA An examination of the caste system in America, its origins, and its ongoing impacts.
61 On the Pulse of Morning Maya Angelou 1993 Poem USA A poem reflecting on hope and resilience in America.
62 The Red Tent Anita Diamant 1997 Fiction USA A retelling of women's resilience in the biblical story of Dinah.
63 The New Black The New Black Podcast 2014 Podcast USA A discussion of the intersection of race, sexuality, and culture.
64 The Underground Economy: A New Perspective on Technology and Work Amy D. Wrye 2012 Non-fiction USA An analysis of alternative economies and their resistance to corporate models.
65 Educated Tara Westover 2018 Memoir USA A story of a woman who overcomes her upbringing to seek education.
66 The Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels Jon Meacham 2018 Non-fiction USA A historical look at times of crisis and the resilience of American ideals.
67 The Rage of a Privileged Class William Julius Wilson 2001 Non-fiction USA Explores the implications of economic stratification and social justice.
68 Downtown Owl Chuck Klosterman 2008 Fiction USA A novel capturing Midwestern life and subtle societal resistance.
69 Americanah Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie 2013 Fiction Nigeria/USA A story of love and identity across continents.
70 The Lies That Bind: Rethinking Identity Kwame Anthony Appiah 2018 Non-fiction USA A discussion on the complexities of identity and societal labels.
71 The Long Haul: An Autobiography Bernie Sanders 2019 Memoir USA An account of Sanders' lifelong commitment to public service.
72 Freedom: A Novel Vincent Hutchings 2010 Fiction USA A fictional exploration of the modern struggle for equality.
73 Crenshaw on Intersectionality: State of the Law Kimberlé Crenshaw 2018 Legal Analysis USA An important legal analysis of intersectional discrimination.
74 Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race Reni Eddo-Lodge 2017 Non-fiction UK An examination of racism in Britain and the importance of listening to marginalized voices.
75 A People's History of the New York City School Crisis Cynthia A. Rhoten 1989 History USA A historical look at educational struggles in NYC.
76 The City We Became N.K. Jemisin 2020 Fiction USA A fantasy novel where cities resist forces of evil personified.
77 The Underground Railroad: A Novel Colson Whitehead 2016 Fiction USA A Pulitzer Prize-winning novel about a literal underground railroad to freedom.
78 Revolutionary Ideas: An Intellectual History of the French Revolution from The Rights of Man to Robespierre Jonathan Israel 2014 History UK Analysis of revolutionary ideas and their impact on resistance.
79 We Are the Ones We Have Been Waiting For: Inner Light in a Time of Crisis Alice Walker 2013 Non-fiction USA An exploration of the spiritual ideals guiding activists.
80 This Is How You Lose the Time War Amal El-Mohtar, Max Gladstone 2019 Fiction USA/UK A science fiction love story across time with themes of resistance.
81 The Beekeeper of Aleppo Christy Lefteri 2019 Fiction UK A story of refugees and resilience amid conflict.
82 Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind Yuval Noah Harari 2011 Non-fiction Israel A historical overview and reflections on humanity's capacity for cruelty and resistance.
83 On Fire: The (Burning) Case for a Green New Deal Naomi Klein 2019 Non-fiction Canada A call to action for climate change and social justice.
84 Unapologetic: A Black, Queer, and Feminist Mandate for Radical Movements Charlene Carruthers 2018 Non-fiction USA A manifesto for intersectional social justice.
85 The Clockmaker's Daughter Kate Morton 2018 Fiction Australia A historical fiction dealing with memory, identity, and resilience.
86 The Dark Side of Democracy: Explaining Ethnic Cleansing Michael Mann 2005 Political USA An analysis of how democracies can perpetrate violence against ethnic minorities.
87 Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don't Know Malcolm Gladwell 2019 Non-fiction Canada An exploration of miscommunication and mistrust in social encounters.
88 The Broken Earth Trilogy N.K. Jemisin 2015-2017 Fiction USA A groundbreaking series addressing oppression and resistance in a fantastical land.
89 Conversations with Friends Sally Rooney 2017 Fiction Ireland A nuanced exploration of friendship and its conflicts in modern society.
90 In the Dream House Carmen Maria Machado 2019 Memoir USA A memoir about a same-sex abusive relationship, exploring identity, culture, and resistance.
91 Breathe: A Letter to My Sons Ibram X. Kendi 2021 Memoir USA A letter to the author's children on race and resilience in America.
92 Feminism and the Politics of Childhood Rachel Rosen 2017 Non-fiction UK Exploring the intersections between childhood and feminist politics.
93 The Slave Ship: A Human History Marcus Rediker 2007 History USA A history of the transatlantic slave trade and its resistance.
94 Revolution: A Love Story Julianna Baggott 2014 Fiction USA A dystopian novel exploring love and revolt in a broken world.
95 Voices of a People's History of the United States Howard Zinn, Anthony Arnove 2004 Anthology USA A collection of first-person accounts of resistance throughout US history.
96 The Rage of the New Black Middle Class Darrick Hamilton 2018 Essays USA An analysis of the struggles and successes of the new black middle class.
97 The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu 2016 Spiritual India/South Africa Reflections on joy and resilience in the face of adversity.
98 The Rise and Fall of Apartheid: Photography and the Bureaucracy of Everyday Life Okwui Enwezor 2006 Exhibition Catalog South Africa/USA An exploration of the everyday life under apartheid through photography.
99 Climate Justice: Hope, Resilience, and the Fight for a Sustainable Future Mary Robinson 2018 Non-fiction Ireland An examination of climate change and the communities fighting back.
100 The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment Eckhart Tolle 1997 Spiritual Canada A guide on present moment awareness as a form of spiritual resistance.
101 After the Revolution: Women Who Transformed Contemporary Art Christine Mehring 2010 Art History USA A look at women artists who broke through conventional barriers.
102 The Sunflower: On the Possibilities and Limits of Forgiveness Simon Wiesenthal 1969 Philosophy Austria A reflection on forgiveness and the Holocaust.
103 Women Who Run with the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype Clarissa Pinkola Estés 1992 Non-fiction USA A study of women's power and resilience through mythology.
104 What Doesn't Kill You: A Life Reinvented Maria Shriver 2010 Memoir USA A memoir focused on overcoming personal and societal challenges.
105 Courage to Change: A Guide to Personal Growth Pema Chödrön 2008 Self-help USA A guide to embracing change as a foundation for resilience.
106 The Great Migration: A Story Untold Jacqueline Bland 2019 History USA An exploration of the migration of African Americans from the rural South to urban areas.
107 Beyond the Gender Binary Alok Vaid-Menon 2018 Gender Studies USA An exploration of non-binary identities and resistance to traditional gender roles.
108 No Logo: Taking Aim at the Brand Bullies Naomi Klein 1999 Non-fiction Canada A critique of corporate power and a call for resistance.
109 Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women That a Movement Forgot Mikki Kendall 2020 Non-fiction USA An examination of the feminist movement's failures to address issues affecting marginalized women.
110 Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the Twenty-First Century Alice Wong 2020 Anthology USA A collection of stories from disabled people about their experiences and resistance.
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