Collection of essays by Elizabeth Alexander and 43 others. Includes bibliographical references.
Contents:
Troubled Minds : Fearing and Being Feared -- Special Circumstances -- The Black Bogeyman : Media and Stereotypes -- Close Encounters : Stops, Arrests and Death -- The Talk : Training Our Sons -- Educating Our Sons -- Race, Privilege & Justice -- Healing and Moving Forward.
Summary:
"A powerful and needed collection of essays by accomplished women writers on violence and injustice toward Black men. The catalyst for a national conversation, this book shines a new light on the dangers Black men face daily, and the emotional toll anti-Black violence takes on the women who love them, casting a vision for future activism"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.