The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America

Discover the untold story of how our government shaped the racial landscape of America with the New York Times Bestseller, "The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America." This essential book is a powerful examination of the deliberate actions taken by American governments to impose racial segregation on our metropolitan areas. Unmasking the myth of de facto segregation, Richard Rothstein reveals how racial zoning, segregated public housing, and support for violent resistance to African Americans in white neighborhoods were all part of a coordinated effort to enforce discrimination.

As one of Bill Gates' "Amazing Books" of the Year, "The Color of Law" has earned its reputation as a masterful piece of historical literature. From Washington Post to Slate, critics and scholars alike hail this book as a groundbreaking study of America's urban history. It exposes the truth behind residential segregation, offering the most forceful argument ever published on how federal, state, and local governments perpetuated racial divides.

From being a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize to winning the Hillman Prize for Nonfiction, "The Color of Law" has garnered recognition and accolades throughout the literary world. By longlisting for the National Book Award for Nonfiction and capturing the Gold Winner of the California Book Award, Rothstein's work stands out as a notable contribution to understanding the roots of segregation.

Don't miss this virtually indispensable study that has already transformed our understanding of twentieth-century urban history. The Color of Law compels us to confront the injustice and unconstitutional actions of our past to pave the way for a more inclusive future. Order your copy today and be enlightened by the eye-opening revelations within its pages.

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