The Pulitzer Prize-winning classic that forever changed the conversation on race and history.
Based on the bestselling author’s family history, Roots tells the unforgettable story of Kunta Kinte, a young man stolen from Africa and sold into slavery in the United States. As Kunta and his descendants endure the brutality of enslavement and struggle for freedom, their resilience carries them through generations of historic events that shaped America.
Since its publication, Roots has captivated readers worldwide. It spent 22 weeks as a New York Times bestseller, inspired a landmark miniseries watched by 130 million Americans, and remains a defining work of literature and cultural history.
Now, in a time when race conversations are more urgent than ever, Roots stands as a powerful reminder of history’s impact—and the strength found in confronting it.
