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Arc of Justice: A Saga of Race, Civil Rights, and Murder in the Jazz Age by Kevin Boyle-
A National Book Award Winner for nonfiction (2004), it begins in 1925 when a member of a mob is shot outside the home of an African American doctor who has moved to an all white Detroit neighborhood and the investigation and trail that followed.
The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother by James McBride-
The story of McBride's childhood and of his mother's: a rabbi's daughter, born in Poland who married a black man, founded a Baptist church, and put 12 children through college.
Dreams from My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance by Barack Obama-
The son of a black African father and a white American mother, Obama writes about the big questions about identity and belonging.
From Madness to Mental Health: Psychiatric Disorder and Its Treatment in Western Civilization-
A unique anthology of readings from across history that considers how mental disorders have historically challenged the ways in which human beings have understood and valued their bodies, minds and souls.
The Golden Road: Notes on My Gentrification by Caille Millner-
Moving from a Latino neighborhood in San Jose to the suburbs of Silicon Valley, Millner explores how a place shapes identity and affects her ability to navigate the different worlds she is a part of while exploring the effects of immigration and gentrification on society.
History of Portland's African American Community-
Rich local history of Portland's African American community from its early years to the 1990s, filled with pictures and details.
Making Toast: A Family Story by Roger Rosenblatt-
When his daughter collapses and dies from an asymptomatic heart condition, Rosenblatt and his wife leave their home on Long Island to move in with their son-in-law and their three young grandchildren.
Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls by Rachel Simmons-
An examination of the lives of girls and the dynamics of bullying by and between them along with ways to help deal with the issue.
- Second Time Around: Help for Grandparents Who Raise Their Children's Kids by Joan Callander
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Guidance and support for grandparents who are dealing with the joys, challenges and complexities of raising grandchildren.
Tales of Innocence and Experience: An Exploration by Eva Figes-
Questions from a curious grandchild set the author to explore the family history and mysteries that she had avoided for much of her life.
What Are You? Voices of Mixed-Race Young People-
Young people of racially mixed backgrounds discuss their feelings about family relationships, prejudice, dating, personal identity and other issues.
