Why We Kneel, How We Rise

Why We Kneel, How We Rise is a book written by Michael Holding.[1][2] The book covers the causes and effects of racism in sports on players and communities.[3] The book was written in the aftermath of murder of George Floyd.[4] It was published on 24 June 2021.[5]

Why We Kneel, How We Rise
SubjectRacism
GenreNon-fiction

Contributors also shared their experiences including Usain Bolt, Thierry Henry, and Naomi Osaka.[3]

Reception

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The book has been reviewed by The Times.[6]

In December 2021, the book received the William Hill Sports Book of the Year award.[3]

Award

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References

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  1. ^ Kuper, Simon; Ahmed, Murad (November 19, 2021). "Best books of 2021: Sport". Financial Times.
  2. ^ "Michael Holding: 'Racism strips away your humanity, takes away your feelings of self-worth'". ESPNcricinfo.
  3. ^ a b c "Holding's 'Why We Kneel, How We Rise' named Sports Book of the Year". Reuters. December 2, 2021 – via www.reuters.com.
  4. ^ "Michael Holding: If you don't kneel, I know where you stand". The Independent. June 23, 2021.
  5. ^ "'Black people have an extra hurdle to jump': ex-cricketer Michael Holding". the Guardian. June 12, 2021.
  6. ^ "Michael Holding's humility, Lions levity and Brian Clough's inner depths: what to read this Christmas". 21 September 2023 – via www.thetimes.co.uk.