Rooted: The American Legacy of Land Theft and the Modern Movement for Black Land Ownership Cover:Hardcover YOU are your ancestors' wildest

YOU are your ancestors' wildest dreams

from the ancient past to the present

Beginning with a letter to one of his Black nephews

Through their father's memories

Rooted: The American Legacy of Land Theft and the Modern Movement for Black Land Ownership Cover:Hardcover YOU are your ancestors' wildestWhy 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 Nonfiction semi