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The Trouble of Color
An American Family Memoir
Martha S. Jones
2025
Hachette Books
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How a Leading Black Historian Uncovered Her Own Family’s Painful Past
Martha S. Jones’ new memoir draws on genealogical research and memories shared by relatives.
by
Martha S. Jones
,
Sara Georgini
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Smithsonian
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March 5, 2025