and it is clear he will not stand for the continuation of traditional theory in the
discipline. Instead, he advocates for the increased inclusion of race and racism
in academic study and by extension policy-making. Coupled with the radical
ideas that have potential for revolutionary change when acknowledged,
Acharya’s unforgivingly bold approach is what makes his argument so compelling
As it stands, Acharya’s Race and Racism in the Founding of the Modern
World Order is a refreshing read. While consistently well organised and cohesive,
it provides an exceptional analysis of the relationship between race, slavery and
empire in the context of the modern world order. It rejects any attempt by
institutions to offer colourblind solutions to the problem of race, and also the
traditional narrative that separates the European and US world orders.
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