The Color of Money
The Color of Money
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
384
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 20th Century
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Color of Money by Mehrsa Baradaran examines the historical and systemic barriers faced by Black Americans in building wealth. It explores how discriminatory policies and practices have perpetuated economic disparities despite initiatives for financial inclusion, highlighting the central role of banking and financial institutions in maintaining these inequities.
Informative
Challenging
Unnerving
Contemplative
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Review Roundup
Mehrsa Baradaran's The Color of Money offers a compelling exploration of racial wealth inequality, praised for its thorough historical analysis and clear narrative. Critics commend its depth but note it could benefit from more policy solutions. Overall, it's an insightful resource for understanding economic disparities.
Who Should Read The Color of Money?
Readers of The Color of Money by Mehrsa Baradaran are interested in economic history, racial inequality, and financial systems. Comparable to fans of Thomas Piketty’s Capital in the Twenty-First Century, they seek insights into systemic disparities and social justice in economic contexts.
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384
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 20th Century
2017
Adult
18+ years
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