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More copies of this ISBN:The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Motherby James McBride
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:This is a book that will "make you proud to be a member of the human race," says Mirabella, and countless readers have already discovered its power. Written in remembrance of his Polish-born, Southern-raised Jewish mother, The Color of Water is a classic of the memoir genre, a testament to love, and a truly American story.
As a boy in Brooklyn's Red Hook projects, James McBride knew his mother was different. But when he asked about it, she'd simply say, "I'm light-skinned." Later he wondered if he was different too, and asked his mother if he was black or white. "You're a human being," she snapped. "Educated yourself or you'll be a nobody!" And when James asked what color God was, she said, "God is the color of water"...As an adult, McBride finally persuaded his mother to tell her story the story of a rabbi's daughter, born in Poland and raised in the South, who fled to Harlem, married a black man, founded a Baptist church, and put twelve children through college. The Color of Water is James McBride's tribute to his remarkable, eccentric, determined mother and an eloquent exploration of what family really means. Review:"This moving and unforgettable memoir needs to be read by people of all colors and faiths." Publishers Weekly Review:"Fascinating...Superbly written." Boston Globe Review:"As lively as a novel, a well-written, thoughtful contribution to the literature on race." Washington Post Book World Review:"Inspiring." Glamour Review:"Poignant...a uniquely American coming of age...Ruth McBride Jordan's anecdotes are richly detailed, her voice clear and engaging. And she has a story worth telling." Miami Herald Review:"Told with humor and clear-eyed grace...a terrific story...The sheer strength of spirit, pain and humor of McBride and his mother as they wrestled with different aspects of race and identity is vividly told...I laughed and thrilled to her brood of twelve kids." The Nation Review:"A lyrical, deeply moving tribute...The Color of Water is about the love that a mother has for her children." Detroit News Review:"Engrossing." Cincinnati Enquirer Review:"Remarkable...a page-turner, full of compassion, tremendous hardship and triumph. And while there is confusion and tragedy, McBride's story is ultimately a celebration delivered with humor and pride." Emerge Review:"A wonderful story that goes beyond race...richly detailed...earthy, honest." Baltimore Sun What Our Readers Are SayingAdd a comment for a chance to win!
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