Rooted: The American Legacy of Land Theft and the Modern Movement for Black Land Ownership

By: Baker, Brea

Why is less than 1% of rural land in the U.S. owned by Black people? An acclaimed writer and activist explores the impact of land theft and violent displacement on racial wealth gaps, arguing that justice stems from the literal roots of the earth.

"With heartfelt prose and unyielding honesty, Baker explores the depths of her roots and invites readers to reflect on our own."--Donovan X. Ramsey, author of the National Book Award for...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0593447379
• ISBN13: 9780593447376
• Release Date: June 2024
• Publisher: One World
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.1" x 9.3"