Robin D.G. Kelley is a distinguished historian and thinker whose work delves into the depths of African American culture and politics. His writing probes the essence of freedom movements, exploring the complex pathways of resistance and social transformation. Kelley's style is incisive and analytical, offering readers a rich perspective on the history and present of racial justice. His scholarship is thought-provoking, inviting a deeper understanding of the struggles and triumphs of marginalized communities.
In this vibrant, thought-provoking book, Kelley, "the preeminant historian of black popular culture writing today" (Cornel West) shows how the multicolored urban working class is the solution to the ills of American cities. He undermines widespread misunderstandings of black culture and shows how they have contributed to the failure of social policy to save our cities.