Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents

Praise for Isabel Wilkerson “Wilkerson’s work is the missing puzzle piece of our country’s history.” --The American Prospect “Her closeness with, and profound affection for, subjects reflect her deep immersion in their stori and allow the reader to share that connection.” --Janet Maslin, The New York Times “Wilkerson combines impressive research... with great narrative and literary power.... She humanizes histoi giving it emotional and psychological depth.” --John Stauffer, The Wall Street Journal “What she’s done... is stow memory in amber.” --Lynell George, Los Angeles Times “What Wilkerson urges... isn’t argument at all; it’s compassion. Hush, and listen.” --Jill Lepore, The New Yorker