The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration

Discover the profound human story behind one of America's most significant internal movements. This masterwork illuminates the journeys of millions who sought a better life, transforming the nation.

The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson offers a definitive and dramatic account of the Great Migration. This critically acclaimed book, a New York Times Best Seller, brings to life the experiences of those who left the South between World War I and 1970.

Through the unforgettable lives of three individuals—Ida Mae Gladney, George Starling, and Robert Foster—Wilkerson captures their courageous departures and the challenges of building new lives in the North and West. This is a riveting exploration of an often-untold chapter of American history.

Recognized with numerous accolades, including the Mark Lynton History Prize and the Anisfield-Wolf Award for Nonfiction, this book is a testament to the power of narrative in understanding our past. It is a significant contribution to History & Politics and a collection of powerful Award Winners.