In Search of Our Roots: How 19 Extraordinary African Americans Reclaimed Their Past

Name: In Search of Our Roots: How 19 Extraordinary African Americans Reclaimed Their Past
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Book Synopsis: Unlike most white Americans who can search their ancestral records, identifying who among their forebears was the first to step foot on this country’s shores, most African Americans encounter a series of daunting obstacles when trying to trace their family’s past. Slavery brutally negated identity, denying black men and women even their names. But from that legacy of slavery have sprung generations who’ve struggled, thrived, and lived extraordinary lives.

For too long, African Americans’ family trees have been barren of branches, but advanced genetic testing techniques, combined with archival research, have begun to fill in the gaps. Here, scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr., backed by an elite team of geneticists and researchers, takes nineteen extraordinary African Americans on a once unimaginable journey, tracing family sagas through U.S. history and back to Africa.

Dr. Gates brings to life the recovered pasts of:
Oprah Winfrey
Whoopi Goldberg
Chris Rock
Tina Turner
Maya Angelou
Peter Gomes
Mae Jemison
Quincy Jones
Morgan Freeman
Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot
Tom Joyner
Benjamin Carson
T.D. Jakes
Linda Johnson Rice
Kathleen Henderson
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Don Cheadle
Bliss Broyard
Chris Tucker

More than a work of history, In Search of Our Roots is an important book that, for the first time, brings to light the lives of ordinary men and women who, by courageous example, blazed a path for their famous descendants. In accompanying the nineteen contemporary achievers on their journey into the past and meeting their remarkable forebears, we come to know ourselves.

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Discover the incredible journey of African Americans reclaiming their rich ancestral past in "In Search of Our Roots: How 19 Extraordinary African Americans Reclaimed Their Past." Unlike other Americans who can easily trace their lineage, African Americans have faced countless obstacles in their quest for their family's history. However, this groundbreaking book combines advanced genetic testing techniques with meticulous archival research to finally fill in the gaps.

Renowned scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. leads an exceptional team of geneticists and researchers as they take you on an unimaginable journey through American and African history. Join the likes of Oprah Winfrey, Whoopi Goldberg, Chris Rock, and many more as they uncover their family sagas and trace their roots. From the legacy of slavery to the triumphant stories of generations that thrived and lived extraordinary lives, this book presents a powerful narrative that shines a light on the resilience and strength of African Americans.

In "In Search of Our Roots", Gates not only brings history to life but also sheds light on the lives of ordinary men and women who set the stage for their famous descendants. Explore the remarkable forebears of these contemporary achievers and witness how their stories intertwine with our own. By taking this profound journey, readers will not only gain newfound knowledge but also a deeper understanding of their own identity.

This compelling book transcends being just a work of history; it serves as a testament to the courage and determination exhibited by African Americans throughout generations. "In Search of Our Roots" uncovers a narrative that has long been overlooked, giving a voice to those who were denied their own. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

Click here to start your journey into the vibrant and inspiring world of "In Search of Our Roots: How 19 Extraordinary African Americans Reclaimed Their Past." Open your heart and mind to the stories that shaped America's history and discover the true power of resilience.

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