The Hate Race
By Maxine Beneba Clarke
Contrary to the title of the book,
a story full of love
for family
for friends
for acceptance in the face of hate.
Does hate exist permanently?
Is it cast in stone for ever more?
Even a stone can be worn down
over time
with the right conditions.
Reading The Hate Race
the reader becomes more aware
more in tune
with people around them.
Aware that words do hurt
chip chip chipping away
at a person’s sense of self until
someone is left shattered
bits and pieces in a pile.
We must open up our hearts and minds
accept ourselves and others
and win
The Hate Race.
Have you read books that gave you insight into another person’s suffering?
Do you think books can help create empathy?
