Faith Ringgold

Faith Ringgold is an American artist, author, and activist known for her narrative quilts and children's books. Her work often addresses issues of race and gender, and she is celebrated for her contributions to African American art and literature.

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  1. 1. Tar Beach

    Cover of 'Tar Beach' by Faith Ringgold

    Set in 1939, the story follows an imaginative young girl named Cassie Louise Lightfoot, who dreams of flying over her Harlem neighborhood. As she lies on the rooftop of her family's apartment building, she envisions herself soaring above the George Washington Bridge, claiming it and the city as her own. Through her flights of fancy, Cassie explores themes of freedom, empowerment, and the boundless possibilities of dreams, all while celebrating the rich tapestry of African American culture and community life during the era.

    The 14901st Greatest Book of All Time
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