The Griots of Oakland: Voices from the African American Oral History Project (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780988763111)

What is it like being a young African American man? The media repeats the same stereotypes again and again, yet the reality is much more diverse. This eye-opening and beautifully presented book shares the voices and images of a group of young black men in Oakland, interviewed by their peers in a groundbreaking oral history project. The youth share their wisdom on a range of questions, organized by theme and accompanied by portrait photography and materials for further reflection. For students, educators, policy makers, and those who want to gain a better understanding of modern African American culture.

Author: Angela Zusman
ISBN-10: 0988763117
ISBN-13: 9780988763111
Publisher: Story Bridges
Language: English
Published: 10/18/2013
Pages: 206
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 8.70h x 8.70w x 0.90d
Award: In the Margins Book Award - Finalist

Review Citation(s):
SLJ Best Adult Bks 4 Teens 12/01/2014 pg. 32