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 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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.