Rooted: The American Legacy of Land Theft and the Modern Movement for Black Land Ownership Cover:Hardcover every especially elegant beard is

every especially elegant beard is a sight to behold (and a sleepy-time aid for Eli as he says his good-nights one by one)

Beginning with a letter to one of his Black nephews

YOU are your ancestors' wildest dreams

and family

Rooted: The American Legacy of Land Theft and the Modern Movement for Black Land Ownership Cover:Hardcover every especially elegant beard isWhy 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