Michael Holding
Michael Anthony Holding is a Jamaican former fast bowler for the West Indies, renowned as “Whispering Death.” After a decorated cricket career, he became a prominent international commentator and author, notably of Why We Kneel, How We Rise, addressing racism in sport and society.
Books
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1. Why We Kneel, How We Rise
A powerful examination of racism in sport and society, blending personal testimony and interviews with leading athletes to reveal how systemic prejudice is perpetuated and experienced. It explains the symbolism of taking a knee while placing it in a wider historical context from slavery and colonialism to modern discrimination. The narrative highlights the emotional and psychological toll of racism, the failures of institutions, and the role of education and honest conversation. Ultimately, it offers a hopeful but urgent call for empathy, accountability, and sustained action to drive meaningful change.