Writing to Save a Life

Released: November 15, 2016
Length: 7 hrs 29 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio

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In "Writing to Save a Life," acclaimed author John Edgar Wideman explores the intertwined fates of civil rights martyr Emmett Till and his father, Louis Till, in a profound narrative that blends memoir, historical inquiry, and speculative thought. Through the lens of Emmett's tragic murder and Louis’s controversial execution during World War II, Wideman reflects on themes of loss, legacy, and societal truths that often remain obscured. This poignant examination not only resurrects the stories of father and son but also invites readers into a deeper understanding of their enduring impact on American history.

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