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Fifteen Cents on the Dollar
- How Americans Made the Black-White Wealth Gap
- De: Louise Story, Ebony Reed
- Narrado por: Tovah Ott
- Duración: 14 h y 45 m
- Versión completa
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General5 out of 5 stars 15
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Fifteen Cents on the Dollar follows the lives of four Black Millennial professionals and a banking company founded with the stated mission of closing the Black-white wealth gap. That company, known as Greenwood, a reference to the historic Black Wall Street district in Tulsa, Oklahoma, generated immense excitement and hope among people looking for new ways of business that might lead to greater equity. But the twists and turns of Greenwood’s journey also raise tough questions about what equality really means.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Very informative
- De Anonymous User en 09-17-24
- Fifteen Cents on the Dollar
- How Americans Made the Black-White Wealth Gap
- De: Louise Story, Ebony Reed
- Narrado por: Tovah Ott
A Masterclass in Storytelling: The Rich, Personal Histories in “15 Cents on the Dollar”
Revisado: 07-25-24
"15 Cents on the Dollar: The History of the Black-White Wealth Gap" masterfully intertwines the gripping modern-day stories of figures like Killer Mike and James Lovelace with a comprehensive history of America's racial wealth divide. The narrative flows with the engaging pace of a novel, yet it retains its firm grounding in historical authenticity. Through the use of direct quotes and vivid storytelling, the authors bring an intimate, personal touch to the narrative, making the reader feel a part of the unfolding history.
Each character's family history is meticulously detailed, revealing aspects that even the individuals themselves were previously unaware of. These richly drawn family backstories are skillfully woven into the broader narrative, underscoring how deeply personal histories intersect with the overarching themes of the racial wealth gap. This integration not only enriches the narrative but also highlights the profound personal impact of historical economic policies and social structures.
The vividness of the book's writing transforms cold, hard facts into a living, breathing story. It’s as if the reader is alongside the authors in on-the-ground reporting, turning the quest to trace James Lovelace's experiences into something as thrilling as a mystery novel. The book includes enlightening insights into lesser-known historical facts, such as the involvement of some Native American tribes in chattel slavery, and the complicated legacies of these practices that affected their descendants.
Listening to the audiobook version enhances the experience significantly, thanks in large part to the narration by Tovah Ott. Her delivery adds a profound layer of meaning and significance, effectively bringing the book's characters to life. Ott's skillful rendition of the characters' quotes makes them resonate as if they were speaking directly to the listener, bridging the gap between a printed text and a vivid documentary. This auditory dimension turns the historical account into a more dynamic and immersive exploration of the themes discussed.
This book does more than just recount history; it makes history come alive, educating while engaging its audience in a deeply human story.
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