Saving Our Sons

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Marita Golden began her writing career with a memoir about her life in Nigeria. In it, she reflects on how the birth of her son earned her respect in a culture that values males. A decade later, she presents her son’s story after returning to the U.S. from Nigeria. As Marita and her teenage son navigate life, they confront a grim reality: homicide is the leading cause of death for black males under twenty-one. The boy who once thrived in a loving African family now faces scorn from many whites and fear from fellow African-Americans regarding his safety. Through her experiences raising her son in a racially divided society, Golden examines the roots of violence affecting African-American men and reevaluates her generation’s civil rights legacy. She engages with psychologists, writers, and young black men, including both criminals and scholars, while addressing the stigma placed on single black mothers for their children’s struggles. This lyrical and insightful narrative is of profound significance, sensitively tackling the challenges of boyhood and emerging manhood. It resonates deeply with mothers nationwide, reflecting their experiences and those of their sons.