How to Argue With a Racist: History, Science, Race and Reality By Adam Rutherford Book

How to Argue With a Racist: History, Science, Race and Reality by Adam Rutherford — BRAND NEW paperback (ISBN: 9781474611251). A clear, confident guide for parents, teachers, students, and thoughtful readers who want evidence-based tools to counter racial myths. Combining history, genetics, and accessible science writing, this book explains what modern research really says about human variation and equips you to challenge pseudoscience and everyday prejudice.

Adam Rutherford, a respected science writer and broadcaster, brings deep expertise and an engaging voice to this important topic. Trained in genetics at University College London and with a PhD on the developing eye from the Institute of Child Health at Great Ormond Street Hospital, Rutherford has worked as an editor at Nature and authored acclaimed books such as CREATION (shortlisted for the Wellcome Trust Prize). He also presents BBC Radio 4’s Inside Science and co-presents the podcast Curious Cases of Rutherford and Fry. His credentials make this a trustworthy, authoritative book collection entry for anyone seeking reliable, research-driven answers.

What this paperback edition covers

HOW TO ARGUE WITH A RACIST dismantles outdated notions of race by showing what genetics and history can — and cannot — tell us about human difference. Rutherford explains how the misuse of scientific ideas helped justify discrimination in the past and why contemporary science offers a far clearer picture: people are shaped by complex evolutionary and cultural forces, not simplistic racial categories. This paperback edition is designed for accessibility — ideal for bedside reading, classroom discussion, or as a reference when confronting misleading claims online or in conversation.

Why readers and educators choose this book

• Practical rebuttals grounded in science: Learn evidence-based counterarguments to common racist claims.
• Clear, readable explanations: Written for non-specialists without sacrificing scientific accuracy.
• Trusted author credentials: From an award-shortlisted, experienced geneticist and broadcaster.
• Perfect for classrooms and book groups: Provokes thoughtful discussion with up-to-date research and historical context.
• Portable paperback format: BRAND NEW, easy to carry and share.

This book is more than a primer on genetics — it’s a manifesto for a twenty-first century understanding of human evolution and variation. Rutherford’s balanced approach gives readers the tools to recognise and reject racist pseudoscience while promoting empathy and critical thinking. Teachers will find it valuable for curriculum units on race, science, or ethics; parents can use it to guide conversations with teens; activists and communicators will appreciate its fact-driven strategies for public debates.

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781474611251

Whether you’re buying a thoughtful gift, building a classroom library, or looking for a trustworthy resource to share in conversation, How to Argue With a Racist is a powerful, timely addition to any collection. It’s an informed, compassionate tool for confronting prejudice and promoting a more accurate understanding of who we are.