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Black in Blues
How a Color Tells the Story of My People
Book • 2025
In this book, Imani Perry explores the intricate relationship between the color blue and Blackness, delving into historical, cultural, and personal aspects.
She examines the dyed indigo cloths of West Africa, the characterization of dark-skinned people as 'Blue Black,' the American art form of blues music, and her own personal experiences.
The book is a poignant, spellbinding, and original examination of race and Blackness that transcends politics or ideology.
She examines the dyed indigo cloths of West Africa, the characterization of dark-skinned people as 'Blue Black,' the American art form of blues music, and her own personal experiences.
The book is a poignant, spellbinding, and original examination of race and Blackness that transcends politics or ideology.
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Mentioned in 3 episodes
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as Perry's new book exploring the history and symbolism of the color blue in relation to Black history and culture.


Tonya Mosley

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as an example of how poetry can be found in prose, highlighting the book's exploration of Black people's relationship with the color blue.

Saeed Jones

Modern Scriptures at On Air Fest
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as an upcoming guest, discussing her new book on the intersection of race and music.


Terry Gross

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as a new book exploring the significance of blue in Black life.


Tonya Mosley

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as a book that unpacks the deep connection between Black people and the color blue.

Nahlah Ayed

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as the author's new book, exploring the significance of the color blue in Black American history and culture.

Mina Kim

Imani Perry Finds Blue in the Black American Experience
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as an anticipated 2025 read; a book exploring Black history through the lens of the color blue.


Traci Thomas

Quick Reading Hacks + Book Recommendations (with Traci Thomas)
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as the author's newest book, discussing the significance of the color blue in Black identity and culture.

Krys Boyd

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