{"product_id":"the-billboard-9781642596519","title":"The Billboard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Billboard is a play and book that explores the fictional Black womens clinic in Chicagos Englewood neighborhood and its fight with a local gadfly running for City Council who puts up a provocative billboard. It treats abortion as more than pro-life or pro-choice and features a foreword, afterword, and Q\u0026amp;A with a founder of reproductive justice. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 21 April 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Haymarket Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Billboard is a captivating fictional narrative that delves into the heart of a Black women's clinic situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Chicagos Englewood on the South Side. The story revolves around the clinic's relentless struggle against a local gadfly who embarks on a provocative campaign by erecting a billboard that boldly proclaims, \"Abortion is genocide. The most dangerous place for a Black child is his mother's womb.\" This inflammatory statement ignites a fire within the clinic, prompting them to retaliate with their own provocative sign that exclaims, \"Black women take care of their families by taking care of themselves. Abortion is self-care. #Trust Black Women.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to the captivating narrative, the book features a foreword and an afterword, providing valuable insights into the origins and significance of the play. Furthermore, readers are treated to a Q\u0026amp;A session with the founder of reproductive justice, adding an extra layer of depth and understanding to the themes explored within the text.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a play and a book, The Billboard transcends the boundaries of pro-life or pro-choice narratives, offering a nuanced and multifaceted perspective on the issue of abortion. It challenges societal norms and encourages critical thinking by presenting a complex tapestry of characters, each with their own unique experiences and perspectives. Through its powerful storytelling and thought-provoking themes, The Billboard serves as a cultural force that empowers and uplifts Black women and promotes reproductive justice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis powerful and thought-provoking work of art continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, reminding us of the importance of empathy, compassion, and the pursuit of justice for all individuals, regardless of their background or circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 114 x 215 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781642596519\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natalie Y. Moore","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44504913379578,"sku":"9781642596519","price":25.36,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1692362988989_book.jpg?v=1692612449","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-billboard-9781642596519","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}