The Trayvon Generation

In the summer of 2020, amid civil unrest and the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, Elizabeth Alexander turned a mother's eye to her sons and students' generation and wrote a celebrated and moving reflection on the challenges facing young Black America. The Trayvon Generation expands on the viral essay that spoke resonantly to the persistence of race as an ongoing issue in the American experience. Alexander looks to our past and future with profound insight, brilliant analysis, and mighty heart, interweaving her voice with groundbreaking works of art by some of our most extraordinary artists. This breathtaking book is essential reading and an expression of both the tragedies and hopes for the young people of this era that is sure to be embraced by those who are leading the movement for change and anyone rising to meet the moment.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 02 June 2022
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

In the summer of 2020, amidst the backdrop of civil unrest and the tragic murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, Elizabeth Alexander, a renowned literary luminary, turned her attention to her sons and students, capturing a poignant reflection on the challenges faced by young Black Americans. Originally featured in the esteemed pages of The New Yorker, Alexander's essay delved into the experiences, attitudes, and cultural expressions of the "Trayvon Generation," a group of individuals who, even as children, were exposed to the pervasive brutality that has impacted the lives of countless Black individuals.

The Trayvon Generation, an extension of the viral essay that struck a deep chord with audiences, delves deeper into the enduring issue of race as a central facet of American society. Alexander, with her profound insight, analytical prowess, and unwavering compassion, intertwines her voice with groundbreaking works of art created by some of the most extraordinary artists of our time. At a pivotal moment in American history, as we grapple with our identity as a nation and chart our course forward, Alexander's lyrical prose provides us with a perspective informed by historical understanding, her lifelong dedication to education, and an intimate understanding of the transformative power of art.

This extraordinary book is a must-read and a testament to both the tragedies and the hopes of the young people of this era, destined to be embraced by those at the forefront of the movement for change and by those who are rising to meet the momentous challenges of our time.

Weight: 338g
Dimension: 137 x 186 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538737897