Social Justice

The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas explores the struggle of Starr Carter, a black teenager who witnesses her friend's fatal shooting by a police officer, as she navigates issues of race, identity, and justice.

A People's History of the United States reinterprets American history from the perspective of marginalized groups, highlighting grassroots struggles and achievements often overlooked in traditional narratives.

A Lesson Before Dying by Ernest J. Gaines tells the moving story of a young Black man facing execution in 1940s Louisiana and the teacher who helps him find dignity in his final days.

'The Help' by Kathryn Stockett is a compelling story set in 1960s Mississippi that explores racial discrimination and the power of storytelling through the lives of three women: Skeeter, Aibileen, and Minny.

Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson is a powerful memoir that exposes the systemic flaws in the American justice system and advocates for compassion and reform.

Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee by Dee Brown is a poignant account of the devastating impact of American westward expansion on Native American tribes during the 19th century.

Sue Monk Kidd's 'The Invention of Wings' explores the intertwined lives of Sarah Grimké, an aspiring abolitionist, and Hetty 'Handful,' a slave, in early 19th century Charleston. The novel delves into themes of freedom, resilience, and the fight for equality.

Evicted by Matthew Desmond is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigation into the lives of eight families in Milwaukee as they struggle with eviction and poverty, highlighting the deep-seated issues of economic exploitation in America.