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    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
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Built On Black Backs

Built On Black Backs

Morman, Jay, Sr.

Paperback

General Fiction

ISBN13: 9798343354324
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Oct 31 2024
Pages: 200
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Built on Black Backs: A Historical Novel

In the fertile Arkansas Delta, rich soil has long been cultivated by Black families whose struggle for land ownership has been tainted by systemic racism and violence. Built on Black Backs is a powerful retelling of these injustices, chronicling the generational fight for dignity, equality, and survival.

Set against the backdrop of the Elaine Massacre and the harsh realities of mid-20th-century America, this novel follows the Pearson family as they grapple with their legacy, systemic oppression, and the ongoing battle for justice. From David Pearson, a war veteran returning to Pine Bluff, to his ancestors who survived the bloodshed of Elaine, the story intertwines personal sacrifice with the broader historical forces of racism that continue to shape their lives.

As David fights to reclaim his family's land from the predatory clutches of local elites, he confronts the legacy of those who came before him-and the reality that the war for freedom, equality, and justice is far from over.

Built on Black Backs is a tribute to the unyielding strength of Black communities in America. This gripping historical novel shines a light on untold histories and invites readers to reflect on the enduring fight for justice that spans generations.

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