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Jedinečné vyobrazení světa otroctví a příběh o nejstarším americkém boji — boji za svobodu Mladý Hiram Walker se narodil jako otrok. Když majitel plantáže prodal jeho matku, Hiram na ni ztratil veškeré vzpomínky — získal však tajemné nadání, které mu jednoho dne zachrání život. Setkání se smrtí v Hiramovi probudí naléhavou touhu utéct z plantáže, tedy z jediného domova, který kdy měl. Tak začíná nečekaná cesta, která vede Hirama z kdysi hrdých, ale nyní již skomírajících virginských plantáží přes setkání se členy radikální podzemní organizace až k utopistickým hnutím na Severu. Ačkoli se zapojí do podzemní války mezi otroky a otrokáři, neustává ani ve svém vlastním boji — stále se touží vrátit na Jih a dostat odtamtud i své nejbližší. Aby to dokázal, musí nejprve ovládnout svůj tajemný dar a rozpomenout se na příběh své největší ztráty.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In these “urgently relevant essays,” the National Book Award–winning author of Between the World and Me “reflects on race, Barack Obama’s presidency and its jarring aftermath” —including the election of Donald Trump. “We were eight years in power” was the lament of Reconstruction-era black politicians as the American experiment in multiracial democracy ended with the return of white supremacist rule in the South. In this sweeping collection of new and selected essays, Ta-Nehisi Coates explores the tragic echoes of that history in our own time: the unprecedented election of a black president followed by a vicious backlash that fueled the election of the man Coates argues is America’s “first white president.” But the story of these present-day eight years is not just about presidential politics. This book also examines the new voices, ideas, and movements for justice that emerged over this period—and the effects of the persistent, haunting shadow of our nation’s old and unreconciled history. Coates powerfully examines the events of the Obama era from his intimate and revealing perspective—the point of view of a young writer who begins the journey in an unemployment office in Harlem and ends it in the Oval Office, interviewing a president. We Were Eight Years in Power features Coates’s iconic essays first published in The Atlantic, including “Fear of a Black President,” “The Case for Reparations,” and “The Black Family in the Age of Mass Incarceration,” along with eight fresh essays that revisit each year of the Obama administration through Coates’s own experiences, observations, and intellectual development, capped by a bracingly original assessment of the election that fully illuminated the tragedy of the Obama era. We Were Eight Years in Power is a vital account of modern America, from one of the definitive voices of this historic moment. *Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Praise for We Were Eight Years in Power “Essential . . . Coates’s probing essays about race, politics, and history became necessary ballast for this nation’s gravity-defying moment.” —The Boston Globe “Coates’s always sharp commentary is particularly insightful as each day brings a new upset to the cultural and political landscape laid during the term of the nation’s first black president. . . . Coates is a crucial voice in the public discussion of race and equality, and readers will be eager for his take on where we stand now and why.” —Booklist (starred review)

In a profound work that pivots from the biggest questions about American history and ideals to the most intimate concerns of a father for his son, Ta-Nehisi Coates offers a powerful new framework for understanding our nation’s history and current crisis. Americans have built an empire on the idea of “race,” a falsehood that damages us all but falls most heavily on the bodies of black women and men—bodies exploited through slavery and segregation, and, today, threatened, locked up, and murdered out of all proportion. What is it like to inhabit a black body and find a way to live within it? And how can we all honestly reckon with this fraught history and free ourselves from its burden? Between the World and Me is Ta-Nehisi Coates’s attempt to answer these questions in a letter to his adolescent son. Coates shares with his son—and readers—the story of his awakening to the truth about his place in the world through a series of revelatory experiences, from Howard University to Civil War battlefields, from the South Side of Chicago to Paris, from his childhood home to the living rooms of mothers whose children’s lives were taken as American plunder. Beautifully woven from personal narrative, reimagined history, and fresh, emotionally charged reportage, Between the World and Me clearly illuminates the past, bracingly confronts our present, and offers a transcendent vision for a way forward. -front flap

"'We were eight years in power" was the lament of Reconstruction-era black politicians as the American experiment in multiracial democracy ended with the return of white supremacist rule in the South. In this sweeping collection of new and selected essays, Ta-Nehisi Coates explores the tragic echoes of that history in our own time: the unprecedented election of a black president followed by a vicious backlash that fueled the election of the man Coates argues is America's 'first white president.' We were eight years in power is a vital account of modern America by one of its most powerful chroniclers"--Back cover

The narrative unfolds as T’Challa grapples with his identity as king amidst the chaos of his absence. With Wakanda facing turmoil without its leader, the stakes rise as he confronts the Intergalactic Empire and its tyrant, N’Jadaka. The story delves into themes of heroism, legacy, and the struggle for freedom, culminating in a war that tests the very future of Wakanda. As T’Challa attempts to reclaim his life and responsibilities, his journey transforms from hero to captive and ultimately to a legendary figure.

A bold new direction for the Black Panther! For years, T'Challa has protected Wakanda from all invaders. Now he will discover that his kingdom is much bigger than he ever dreamed. Prepare to journey to the Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda! A Panther story unlike any other begins with T'Challa as a stranger in a strange land - with no memory of his past, only the suffering of a present spent toiling in the Vibranium mines. But all hope is not lost. A rebellion is growing - and they have a plan. Who will lead these lost citizens? What is the M'kraan Shard? And what role will Erik Killmonger play?! Ta-Nehisi Coates continues his ever-surprising saga of a king who sought to be a hero...a hero who was reduced to a slave...a slave who became a legend! COLLECTING: BLACK PANTHER (2018) 1-12

Set against a backdrop of an underground war for freedom, this debut novel explores themes of magic and loss through the lens of a powerful gift. The story weaves together personal and collective struggles, showcasing the resilience of its characters as they navigate their challenges. With a narrative that resonates deeply, the book offers a poignant reflection on the fight for liberation and the impact of grief. Recognized as a #1 New York Times bestseller and an Oprah's Book Club pick, it promises a captivating reading experience.

Captain America - wanted for murder! And the victim is a familiar face in the Marvel Universe! Are the Power Elite truly behind Cap's downfall? Can the Sentinel of Liberty prove his innocence or will he be forced to break the law to bring the real murderer to justice?! Collecting Captain America 7-12.

*An extraordinary coming-of-age story, adapted from the adult memoir by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Water Dancer and Between the World and Me*'Ta-Nehisi Coates is the young James Joyce of the hip-hop generation'

For over 70 years, he has stood in stalwart defence of America and its people. But in the aftermath of Hydra's takeover of the nation, Captain America is a figure of controversy, carrying a tarnished shield... and a new enemy is rising! Who are the Power Elite? And how do they intend to co-opt and corrupt the symbol that is Captain America?