54 pages • 1 hour read
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Timothy B. Tyson's Blood Done Sign My Name is praised for its powerful narrative and in-depth exploration of racial tensions in 1970s North Carolina. Critics commend its historical accuracy and emotional impact. However, some felt the prose could be dense at times, affecting readability. Overall, it is regarded as an essential, insightful read on America's complex racial history.
Readers who appreciate The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander or Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates will find Blood Done Sign My Name by Timothy B. Tyson compelling. It appeals to those interested in civil rights history, racial justice, and nuanced personal narratives set against significant social upheaval.
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Lexile Level
1240L