Tribes (Lammy book)

Tribes: How Our Need to Belong Can Make or Break Society, a non-fiction work authored by Labour MP David Lammy, was released on 25 May 2023 under Hachette's Constable imprint.

Content

This publication combines elements of memoir with cultural and political critique, highlighting the importance of a "communitarian spirit." It explores themes such as tribalism, polarisation, and identity politics, proposing progressive ideals and politics as the solution to divisive tribal tendencies.

Reception

The response to Tribes was varied. The Evening Standard described its policy discussions as "centre-left platitudes," whereas Alastair Campbell commended the book, expressing that Lammy has reason to be "proud" of his work.