3.0

Tubbs takes on the seemingly erased stories of the mother’s of the three of the most influential black men of the 1950’s, 1960s and Civil Rights movement. In uncovering their stories, Tubbs provides three unique experiences of black life in America. She describes the tropes and stereotypes black women find themselves being compared to in history and today; illustrating how these women dispelled most of what America thinks they know about black women and black mothers. As a black woman and mother I think the book is quite relatable, however it does get a little preachy. Overall, Tubbs does provide an accurate and interesting history lesson of the African American experience.