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Nonfiction

Beginning in his hometown of New Orleans, Clint Smith leads the reader on an unforgettable tour of monuments and landmarks—those that are honest about the past and those that are not—weaving an intergenerational story of how slavery has been central in shaping our nation’s collective history, and ourselves. This deeply researched and transporting exploration of the legacy of slavery and its imprint on centuries of American history illustrates how some of our country’s most essential stories are hidden in plain view, ensuring the brutal history of the trade in enslaved people has been deeply imprinted. Published in 2021; 336 pages.

Includes 15 paperback copies and 1 book club guide prepared by WCPL.