JAY-Z: Made in America
Michael Eric Dyson
Michael Eric Dyson explores the life, career, and impact of JAY-Z, one of the greatest poets this nation has produced. This book wrestles with the biggest themes of JAY-Z's career, including hustling, and it recognizes the way that he's always weaved politics into his music, making important statements about race, criminal justice, black wealth and social injustice.
An Invisible Thread
Laura Schroff
In 1986, a busy sales executive named Laura Schroff encountered an eleven-year-old panhandler named Maurice on the streets of New York City. This is the story of their unlikely friendship and the profound impact they had on each other's lives, proving that even the smallest acts of kindness can create an invisible thread that connects people in unexpected and meaningful ways.
Empireland
Sathnam Sanghera
A stimulating exploration of how imperialism has shaped modern Britain. This book delves into the legacy of the British Empire, examining its impact on various aspects of British society, culture, and identity. From politics and economics to racism and jingoism, it uncovers the profound and lasting effects of colonialism on the nation's past and present.
Stamped
Jason Reynolds
A timely and essential book that examines the history of racist ideas in America and challenges readers to think critically about race and equality. Adapted from Ibram X. Kendi's award-winning "Stamped from the Beginning," this remix offers a compelling narrative that connects the past to the present, encouraging readers to confront racism and work towards an antiracist future.
How Fascism Works
Jason Stanley
An exploration of the mechanisms of fascist politics, revealing the underlying tactics used to divide societies and erode democratic values. From the mythic past to propaganda and anti-intellectualism, this book exposes the strategies employed to dehumanize segments of the population and consolidate power.
Console Wars
Blake J. Harris
A behind-the-scenes look at the intense rivalry between Sega and Nintendo in the 1990s, a battle that not only shaped the video game industry but also influenced pop culture and technology. From boardroom clashes to marketing strategies, experience the console wars that defined a generation.
The Color of Compromise
Jemar Tisby
The Color of Compromise reveals the hidden truth about how the American church has been complicit in racism. It challenges readers to confront this difficult history and take courageous action towards justice and reconciliation.
The System
Robert B. Reich
An incisive analysis of how power and wealth have become concentrated in the hands of a few, rigging the American system against the vast majority. Reich dissects the mechanisms of oligarchy, revealing how it undermines democracy and proposes concrete steps to reclaim America for all.