Stuff White People Like, a Book by Christian Lander

The book was the subject of a conversation on a trip to Toronto a few months ago. I of course, being the only one in the group yet to read the book. As my friends raved about scarves, Eco-friendly tote bags and vegan diets I found myself laughing and nodding along in agreement. They insisted that I take a peak at the book in the future.

Lander’s list has narrowed it down to 150 items that range from hummus to the concept of vintage. “I’m writing about the white people,” he says “who think they’re absolutely unique and individual. I’m calling them out and poking fun at myself. The things I post are all the things I like, too.”

The book itself is hilarious and extremely accurate. It encompasses everything that is true about white culture. It’s defiantly worth a look considering how stunningly accurate of a representation of white culture it is.

“By having at least one vintage, unique piece of furniture in a room full of Ikea, white people can still tell themselves that they are unique and cooler than their friends.

When you enter a white person’s home, you should immediately search for anything not made by Ikea, Crate and Barrel or Athropologie. Upon finding such an item, you should ask “where did you get that? It’s really cool.” The white person will then tell you a story about how they acquired it, allowing them to feel cool and giving them a reminder about their fantastic taste.”

So here’s a paperback that will help guide you through the awkward social antics of Caucasian association. An easy, must read that will have you laughing from start to finish.