The 1619 Project
About This Book
The 1619 Project (2021) brings together essays that examine how the slave trade began in America and molded the nation's identity. This anthology also investigates how historical narratives are constructed and how they influence contemporary politics. Fiction excerpts and poetry accompany the essays, illuminating the lived realities of enslaved Americans.
Who Should Read This?
- History enthusiasts eager to explore fresh research from the 1619 Project
- Americans seeking to understand how slavery shaped their nation
- Readers wanting to trace the origins of institutional racism and combat white supremacy
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