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Freedom in the Family traces the intertwined lives of a mother and daughter as they navigate the struggle for civil rights across decades. Through alternating chapters, the narrative captures their personal experiences—spanning the height of the civil rights era, the ongoing fight against segregation, and the evolving role of African American women in civil rights activism—up to contemporary challenges. The book offers insight into family dynamics amid social change, highlighting how personal histories are shaped by broader movements for equality and justice.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Tananarive Due
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