The Organ Thieves: The Shocking Story of the First Heart Transplant in the Segregated South

Discover the shocking and powerful story behind the first heart transplant in the segregated South with "The Organ Thieves." This gripping investigation, likened to "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" and "Get Out," uncovers the deep-rooted racial inequality at the heart of the transplant race.

In 1968, Bruce Tucker, an innocent black man, walked into Virginia's renowned research hospital seeking treatment for a head injury. Little did he know that he would become a victim of the horrifying mistreatment of African Americans. Without his family's consent or knowledge, Bruce's heart was removed from his body and transplanted into the chest of a privileged white businessman.

In this eye-opening book, Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist Chip Jones leaves no stone unturned as he delves into the decades-long legacy of African American mistreatment, starting with the grotesque practice of cadaver harvesting. The injustices culminate in the cutthroat race to accomplish the first successful heart transplant in the late 1960s.

Prepare to be captivated by years of meticulously researched facts and fresh revelations. "The Organ Thieves" brings to light the gripping medical mystery, the ensuing legal drama, and a sweeping history of racial injustice. It is a journey where the characters wrestle with unprecedented ethical dilemmas and confront the shadows of centuries of racial inequality.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this powerful narrative of a man's tragic fate and the systemic racial inequality that allowed it to happen. Take action now and grab your copy of "The Organ Thieves" to uncover the shocking truth that history tried to bury!