In this beautifully written book, Clint Smith leads us on a tour of the monuments and landmarks that tell the story of slavery in America. Smith transports us to locations like Monticello, the Whitney Plantation, and Angola Prison, painting a picture of both the present and the past. He brings these locations to life through interviews with people he encounters on his journey, deep historical research, and his own reflections on how he experiences each location.
Additional Resources
If you don't have time to read the book, check out one of these videos or podcast episodes and join the discussion.
The New York Times Book Review Podcast – June 25, 2021
The first 30 minutes of this podcast episode feature an interview with the author Clint Smith about How the Word is Passed.
A Reckoning with the History of Slavery in the U.S.: Author Clint Smith | Amanpour and Company
This interview provides a brief introduction to the book. (17 min)
Slavery in America: The Constitution to Reconstruction with Clint Smith
This extensive interview from the National Constitution Center provides an overview of the entire book. (53 minutes)
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