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Reviewed on August 13, 2021 | History
One might consider genealogy a solitary obsession into looking for predecessors. But as Morgan (history, Northeastern Illinois Univ.; Women and Patriotism in Jim Crow America) points out, genealogy and its use can be quite political in nature. In this latest work, Morgan explores how genealogy in the Unites States has evolved over time, especially with its increased popularity in the 21st century. Her general thesis is that genealogy gives people self-worth and agency. She explains that this form...Log In or Sign Up to Read More