Root and Branch

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The book offers a thorough exploration of African American history in New York City and its surrounding areas, tracing the narrative from the first African presence in 1613 to the 1863 Draft Riots. It delves into the complex themes of freedom and servitude, as well as the dynamics between urban and rural life. Additionally, the author examines the roles of work, religion, and resistance in shaping the experiences of black individuals in the region over two and a half centuries.