American Like Me: Reflections on Life Between Cultures

American Like Me: Reflections on Life Between Cultures

by America Ferrera

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Imani Perry's American Like Me is a powerful and moving memoir that explores the complexities of identity, culture, and belonging. Perry writes with honesty and insight about her experiences as a black woman in America, and her struggle to find her place in a society that often sees her as an outsider.

Perry was born in Birmingham, Alabama, during the height of the Civil Rights Movement. Her parents were both activists, and she grew up surrounded by people who were fighting for justice and equality. Perry herself became involved in the movement at a young age, and she has continued to be an outspoken advocate for social change throughout her life.

In American Like Me, Perry reflects on her experiences growing up black in America. She writes about the challenges she faced, the racism she encountered, and the ways in which she learned to navigate a world that was often hostile to her. She also writes about the joys of her childhood, the love of her family and friends, and the resilience of the black community.

American Like Me is a beautifully written and deeply personal memoir that offers a unique perspective on the American experience. Perry's insights are both timely and timeless, and her story is sure to resonate with readers of all backgrounds.

Praise for American Like Me

"American Like Me is a powerful and moving memoir that explores the complexities of identity, culture, and belonging. Imani Perry writes with honesty and insight about her experiences as a black woman in America, and her struggle to find her place in a society that often sees her as an outsider. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges and triumphs of being black in America today." — Ibram X. Kendi, author of How to Be an Antiracist

"American Like Me is a beautifully written and deeply personal memoir that offers a unique perspective on the American experience. Perry's insights are both timely and timeless, and her story is sure to resonate with readers of all backgrounds." — Jacqueline Woodson, author of Brown Girl Dreaming

About the Author

Imani Perry is a professor of African American studies at Princeton University. She is the author of several books, including Prophets of the Hood: Politics and Poetics in Black Chicago and Vexy Thing: On Gender and Liberation. Perry is a regular contributor to the New York Times, the Washington Post, and the Nation.

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American Like Me: Reflections on Life Between Cultures

by America Ferrera

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	45996 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	338 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE