Of Blood and Sweat

Of Blood and Sweat explores how Black labor has historically contributed to the creation and sustenance of American wealth and institutions, from pre-colonial Africa to post-Civil War America. Using individual Black lives to illuminate broader societal roles, the book delves into the roots of systemic inequality across various fields, emphasizing its relevance to contemporary struggles for racial justice. Highly researched and thought-provoking, it offers a compelling perspective on Black history and its influence on America’s development.