72 pages 2 hours read

Ta-Nehisi Coates

The Beautiful Struggle

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2008

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Reviews & Readership

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The Beautiful Struggle by Ta-Nehisi Coates receives high praise for its lyrical prose and emotional depth, depicting the complexities of growing up Black in America. Critics commend Coates' vivid storytelling and reflective tone. However, some find the narrative structure challenging. Overall, it's celebrated for its poignant and compelling insights.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Beautiful Struggle?

Readers who appreciate The Beautiful Struggle by Ta-Nehisi Coates often enjoy poignant, introspective memoirs about personal and cultural identity. Fans of Between the World and Me by Coates or The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin will find its themes of fatherhood, race, and resilience especially compelling and relatable.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

1000L

Book Details

Themes
Identity: Race
Values/Ideas: Music
Relationships: Family
Topics
Race / Racism