A Black Boy at Eton

In "A Black Boy at Eton," Dillibe Onyeama shares his poignant experiences as the second black student and the first to graduate from Eton, detailing the racism he faced during his education in 1965. From his background as the son of a Nigerian judge to the challenges of alienation and prejudice, Onyeama provides a deeply personal account that explores the psychological impacts of colonialism and racism. This memoir, celebrated in the Black Britain: Writing Back series, is a powerful and revealing narrative that sheds light on the difficulties of navigating a prestigious institution while confronting systemic discrimination.