Rebecca Walker Books

In this stunning debut novel, Rebecca Walker turns her attention to the power of love and the limitations of the human heart. When Farida, a sophisticated college student, falls in love with Ad�, a young Swahili man living on an idyllic island off the coast of Kenya, the two plan to marry and envision a simple life together--free of worldly possessions and concerns. But when Farida contracts malaria and finds herself caught in the middle of a civil war, reality crashes in around them. The lovers' solitude is interrupted by a world in the throes of massive upheaval that threatens to tear them apart, along with all they cherish. Haunting, exquisite, and certain to become a classic, Ad� will stay with you long after you put it down. This is a timeless love story set perfectly, heartbreakingly, in our time.

Exploring the evolving concept of the modern American family, this collection of insightful essays delves into the diverse experiences and challenges faced by families today. It addresses timely issues related to identity, structure, and societal expectations, offering a thought-provoking examination of how familial bonds are being redefined in contemporary society. Through various perspectives, the essays illuminate the complexities and richness of family life in a rapidly changing world.

Focusing on the diverse experiences of American women, this book highlights the perspectives of those often overlooked in motherhood narratives, particularly those from unconventional family structures. It delves into personal beliefs, intimate relationships, and the socioeconomic realities that shape their lives, offering a broader understanding of motherhood that transcends the typical portrayals of affluent, married white women. Through these voices, it reveals the complexities and richness of motherhood across various backgrounds.

The book explores the rising population of multiracial individuals, highlighting that in several U.S. states, a significant percentage of school-age children identify as multiracial. It notes California's notable statistic of 15 percent of births being multiracial. Despite these demographics, the struggle for a clear identity persists, as historically, multiracial people have been marginalized, with the U.S. Census only recently allowing multiple racial identifications. This shift underscores the ongoing quest for recognition and representation in society.

Set against the backdrop of the Civil Rights movement, the narrative explores the life of Rebecca Leventhal Walker, born to activist parents Alice Walker and Mel Leventhal. Initially seen as a symbol of unity, Rebecca grapples with her identity after her parents' divorce, feeling isolated between two contrasting worlds. In her journey to define herself beyond societal labels, she delves into the complexities of personal identity, presenting a story that resonates with both her unique experiences and universal themes of belonging and self-discovery.

From the international bestselling author of Black, White, and Jewish comes a "wonderfully insightful" (Associated Press) book that's destined to become a motherhood classic. Now in trade. Like many women her age, thirty-four-year-old Rebecca Walker was brought up to be skeptical of motherhood. As an adult she longed for a baby but feared losing her independence. In this very smart memoir, Walker explores some of the larger sociological trends of her generation while delivering her own story about the emotional and intellectual transformation that led her to motherhood.

One of Timemagazine's 50 Future Leaders of America brings together novelists, essayists, men, and women to talk about the future of masculinity. What does it mean to be male in the twenty-first century? What does the concept of masculinity even mean in the wake of four decades of modern feminism? What makes a man a man today and a woman a woman? Are those distinctions even real anymore? In this groundbreaking collection, Michael Datcher, Michael Moore, Anthony Swofford, Ruth Bettelheim, and a whole host of the world's most influential authors address these questions and many others. Through diverse themes that touch all of our lives-including sex, grief, power, money, family, privilege, violence, marriage, and work-these accomplished contributors lend their unique perspectives as they share their thoughts, experiences, and stories on forging new men and defining masculinity in a constantly changing world. Rebecca Walker's feminist anthology, To Be Real, published nearly a decade ago, is a standard text in women's studies courses across the country. Considered one of the defining texts of contemporary feminism, To Be Realsuccessfully bridged chasms between generations and ideologies. Similarly revolutionary and challenging in scope, What Makes a Manwill be the first book to articulate and define the contours and concerns of a new generation of men.

The ethnography explores the experiences of Tamil-speaking communities in Batticaloa, delving into how they navigate and interpret the pervasive violence that influences their daily lives. Through detailed observations, the book reveals the resilience and coping mechanisms of these communities, highlighting the profound impact of conflict on their social fabric and cultural identity.