The Spook Who Sat by the Door

The Spook Who Sat by the Door is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that has been continuously available in print since 1968.

This literary classic is a commentary on entrenched racial inequities in the United States during the late 1960s, with a focus on the "militancy" of the Black Power movement.

The story follows Dan Freeman, an African American man who is enlisted in the CIA's elite espionage program but ultimately drops out to train young Black Chicagoans to combat racism as "Freedom Fighters." This book is a universal tale of one man's reaction to ruling-class hypocrisy and is both autobiographical and personal.

With its explosive themes and powerful message, The Spook Who Sat by the Door is a must-read for anyone looking to understand the struggles of African Americans during this time period.