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Tiya Miles

b. 1970

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Tiya Miles is a historian who writes about American history and the lives of Black women. Her book, All That She Carried, won the National Book Award for its detailed account of slavery through a mother's few possessions. She makes history accessible and immediate.

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History Non-Fiction Sociology Politics & Society Biography

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  • What awards has Tiya Miles won?

    Tiya Miles won the National Book Award for Nonfiction in 2021 for her work "All That She Carried: The Journey of Ashley's Sack, a Black Family's Keepsake." She was also a finalist for the Cundill History Prize and the Kirkus Prize.

  • Where should a new reader start with Tiya Miles' books?

    A good starting point for new readers is "All That She Carried," which offers an accessible and deeply moving narrative history. For those interested in urban history, "The Dawn of Detroit" provides a comprehensive look at slavery and freedom in the early city.