Alyce asked this question about
The Indigo Girl:
I have not finished the book, but wonder if a large segment of people would feel excluded reading a book in which slaves are property and Indians are a danger... I understand it's historical in the sense that slavery is a part of the American cultural fabric, but I feel like people of color might have little interest in this book. Which is sad. Can any people of color comment on this issue if they have read it?
Rebecca
You cannot candy-coat or change history.
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The author presents being a slave owner as a necessity. It was only “necessary” for rich white men to become riche ...more
Aug 15, 2020 12:48PM · flag