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Beth Macy
Beth Macy is the author of Dopesick, a powerful look at the opioid crisis. She's known for her deeply researched nonfiction that shines a light on important American issues.
Truevine: Two Brothers, a Kidnapping, and a Mother's Quest: A True Story of the Jim Crow South
Truevine: Two Brothers, a Kidnapping, and a Mother's Quest: A True Story of the Jim Crow South
- Pages
- 448
- Published
- 2017
- Language
- English
Synopsis
This true story uncovers the remarkable lives of two albino African American brothers who were kidnapped and forced to perform in a circus during the Jim Crow South. It follows their mother's decades-long search to find them and bring them home. The book explores themes of race, exploitation, and the enduring power of family bonds against a backdrop of American history.