75 pages • 2 hours read
Nikole Hannah-JonesThe 1619 Project: A New Origin Story
Nonfiction | Essay Collection | Adult | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Nikole Hannah-Jones's The 1619 Project is lauded for its compelling reexamination of American history, centering the African American experience. Readers praise its depth and engaging narratives but criticize perceived historical inaccuracies and ideological bias. Despite debates, its impact on discussions about race and history is significant.
Who Should Read The 1619 Project?
The 1619 Project by Nikole Hannah-Jones appeals to readers interested in American history, civil rights, and social justice. Fans of Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates and Stamped from the Beginning by Ibram X. Kendi will find this insightful and thought-provoking. Ideal for those who appreciate in-depth analysis on race and society in the U.S.
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Reading Age
18+yearsBook Details
History: U.S.
Race / Racism
Social Justice
Society: Nation
Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger
Values/Ideas: Equality