Isabel Wilkerson's book "Caste" was sitting on my shelf waiting to be read when an opportunity for a buddy read for her book The Warmth of Other Suns came to my attention. I'm so glad I took the challenge and am thankful for the Bookstagram opportunity to learn from and interact with others who have life experiences far different from my own.

 "The Warmth of Other Suns" by Isabel Wilkerson is an important work that chronicles the Great Migration and explores themes of racism, resilience, and the human spirit. It is impossible to understand American society and its current context if we don't know history. This book is a must-read for everyone, as it offers valuable insight into our shared history. Wilkerson's dedication of 15 years to this project reflects her commitment to preserving and sharing this crucial history. Her masterpiece is historically significant and beautifully written. Wilkerson brings history to life.

Through meticulous research, powerful storytelling, and a novelistic approach, Wilkerson, a journalist turned historian,  recounts the experiences of African Americans who moved from the Southern United States to other regions of the country between 1915 and 1970, fundamentally transforming the landscape of America. Through the personal narratives of individuals like Ida Mae Brandon Gladney, George Swanson Starling, and Robert Joseph Pershing Foster, Wilkerson brings to life the challenges, triumphs, and complexities faced by those who undertook this journey. By intertwining these personal stories with the broader context of institutionalized racism, Wilkerson illuminates the societal forces that shaped this mass movement of millions of people.

I highly recommend Wilkerson's work to anyone interested in understanding our past and present.