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Janina Edwards
Janina Edwards is the author of the celebrated collection Bloodchild and Other Stories. Her work often explores science fiction and speculative themes.
Race for Profit
Race for Profit
- Pages
- 368
- Published
- 2019
- Language
- English
Synopsis
This book examines the history of racial discrimination in housing and mortgage lending in the United States, focusing on how these practices created and perpetuated economic inequality for African Americans. It explores the role of the real estate business and government policies in shaping urban landscapes and race relations. The narrative highlights the experiences of African American women within this system, offering a critical analysis of economic aspects and their historical impact.
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Frequently asked questions
Did this book receive any major literary recognition?
The book was a finalist for the 2020 Pulitzer Prize in History and was also a semi-finalist for the 2019 National Book Award.
How does the author's background influence the perspective of this work?
Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor draws upon her previous experience as a tenant advocate and housing organizer in Chicago, which informs her structural analysis of how federal policies and private industry interacted to create predatory housing conditions.