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Ta-Nehisi Coates On Why Books Scare People

Up First from NPR

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Exploring Identity and Heritage

This chapter examines the interplay of politics, culture, and personal experience in shaping identity during elections. It focuses on the emotional journey to Senegal and the complex relationship Black Americans have with their heritage and the African diaspora. Through discussions on art, censorship, and the significance of literature, it emphasizes the profound connection individuals have with books and their role in understanding self-worth.

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