Book Reviews of Black Like Me

An absolutely amazing true story -- one that may be hard to believe for anyone born after 1970 -- but an important piece of U.S. history and a must-read for anyone who believes in fairness and justice. Parts of this book may seem unlikely or even naive to the 21st century reader, but it's all true, and we dare not forget what our society has (hopefully) overcome in the last half century.

This book was amazing, especially since it is real. I study sociology but Black Like Me should be required reading for everyone. It would be even more amazing if someone were to do a follow-up to see what things are like now but John Howard Griffin's work is just as powerful today as it was when his pen first hit the page.

Brave, chilling, and honest. When John Howard Griffin sets out to discover the truth about racism in the deep south in the late 50's, the results of his daring experiment would become a literary sensation around the world. As you read, you can't help but wonder what the results of such an experiment would be today. While there can be no doubt we've made great progress in the last 50 years, this book also serves as a reminder that we've still got a long way to go. A great read for today, and a great reminder of who we were as a people half a century ago. I strongly recommend it.

an amazing study of racism......i love this book and i hope someone else will also.

A must-read!

A true clasic that most be read.

I read this a lot of years ago (and just bought it again today for my keep collection) and it's one of my favorite all time books to this day. Many authors have tried to achieve what Griffin actually achieved but have failed. This is amazing in so many forms- everyone should read this at least once. I plan on reading it again...soon.

Classic powerful little book that examines behavior towards a black person.

Very great book one of the greatest books I ever read.

An abosolute MUST READ for all people!!

A great story told by a white man inside black skin. In order to understand what African-Americans go through he went inside and lived to tell his story.

Great reading!