Ta-Nehisi Coates
What’s inside
Between the World and Me is a letter by Ta-Nehisi Coates to his teenage son about the reality of being black in America. The book is a reflection on how race has shaped American history, often at the cost of black bodies and lives. It provides a thoughtful and personal exploration of America’s racial history and what it means to be black in the USA today.
You’ll Learn
- Gain a deeper understanding of racial issues
- Learn about American history from a different perspective
- Insight into the black experience in America
- Understand the impact of societal structures on individuals
Key Points
- American Dream as a construct
- The role of the body in racism
- The education system as a tool of racism
- Growing up in Baltimore
- Experiences at Howard University
- The killing of Prince Jones
- The broader context of black death in America
Who’s it For
- History enthusiasts
- People interested in social issues
- Readers seeking to understand racial issues
- Parents and educators
About the author
Ta-Nehisi Coates is a distinguished writer and journalist known for his work on African-American issues. He was a National Correspondent for The Atlantic, and his work has won the National Book Award for Nonfiction.