The narrative explores the hardships faced by a migrant black family navigating a historical landscape fraught with questions of heritage and legacy. It recounts their travels between old farm plantations and deserted slave camps, highlighting the irony of performing labor similar to that of their ancestors, albeit as "free slaves" earning meager wages. As they journey from the South to the North with the changing seasons, the book reveals a collection of poignant true stories that illuminate their struggles and resilience.
