Too Heavy a Load - by Deborah Gray White (Paperback)

The book "Too Heavy a Load" by Deborah Gray White is an extraordinary tribute to black women's resilience in the face of racism and gender prejudice throughout the 20th century.

This comprehensive history celebrates the rich legacy of black women defending themselves against oppression, from Ida B.

Wells to Anita Hill.

Through moving stories and meticulous historical detail, White illuminates the complex struggle to maintain racial and gender identities while navigating shifting societal expectations.

The book also highlights the gradual shift in America's racial consciousness, where black women were once a key measure of progress but eventually became marginalized.

With the same masterful storytelling as in her best-selling "Ar'n't I a Woman," White offers a definitive and powerful history that will inspire and educate readers.