A review by mcfarleyems
Barracoon: The Story of the Last "Black Cargo" by Zora Neale Hurston
challenging
emotional
informative
fast-paced
5.0
How do you give a rating to a book as important as this one?
This book broke my heart and took me on an important and informative journey. I learned so much about Kossula’s life, of course, but I also learned to sit in the discomfort of reading the book. I became aware of my own blind spots in history, which contributed to my own biases. Being able to read this book is a gift.
This book broke my heart and took me on an important and informative journey. I learned so much about Kossula’s life, of course, but I also learned to sit in the discomfort of reading the book. I became aware of my own blind spots in history, which contributed to my own biases. Being able to read this book is a gift.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Murder, Slavery, and Racism
Moderate: Child death