A House Built by Slaves

This award-winning audiobook, recognized with the 2023 Gilder Lehrman Lincoln Prize, explores how Abraham Lincoln's groundbreaking invitation to African Americans at the White House significantly reshaped race relations in the United States. Through meetings with figures like Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth, Lincoln engaged in crucial discussions on citizenship and voting rights, using the White House as a platform for equality. Drawing on diverse primary sources, the narrative highlights the enduring impact of Lincoln’s actions, demonstrating their relevance in today's ongoing struggle against racial divisions.