{"product_id":"black-genius-essays-on-an-american-legacy-hardcover","title":"Black Genius: Essays on an American Legacy - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTre Johnson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA powerful read redefining the meaning of genius while illuminating the ways in which Black Americans have found various ways to thrive despite insurmountable obstacles.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBlack genius sits at the heart of the American story. In his probing essay collection, \u003ci\u003eBlack Genius\u003c\/i\u003e, cultural critic Tre Johnson examines how Black American culture has, against all odds, been the lifeblood of American ingenuity. At times using his own personal and professional stories, Johnson surveys Black cities, communities, and schools with an ever-watchful eye of what transpires around Black mobility. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With a passion for complex storytelling and pulling from both pop culture and American history, Johnson weaves past and present making his case for the genius of innovation. As he examined his findings, Johnson couldn't help but wonder about the brilliance of the every day. Specifically, the creativity of the 90's graffiti-style airbrush tee, his aunties packed weekend bus trips to Atlantic city, and the razor-tongued, socially-sharp, profanity-laced monologues of comedian Dick Gregory. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Again and again, he asks us to ponder--are these not obvious examples of genius? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Chatty yet profound, \u003ci\u003eBlack Genius\u003c\/i\u003e subverts expectations from the very first page with a blend of reportage, historical data, and pop culture as Johnson dives into his own family history seeking big answers to complex questions. Johnson's signature wit and curiosity turns history into an amusing sequence of events.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTre Johnson was born in Trenton, NJ and now finds himself in Philadelphia, where he writes with a focus on race, culture and politics. His work has appeared in \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eRolling Stone\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eVox\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSlate\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eVanity Fair\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Grio\u003c\/i\u003e, and other outlets. He has appeared to provide media commentary on \u003ci\u003eCNN Tonight with Don Lemon\u003c\/i\u003e;\u003ci\u003e CBS Morning Show\u003c\/i\u003e;\u003ci\u003e PBS NewsHour\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eNPR's Morning Edition\u003c\/i\u003e, and other programs. In addition to writing, Tre is a career educator, working both inside and outside the classroom as a teacher and leader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 320\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 x 7.1 x 5.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 29, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51987412943149,"sku":"9780593186473","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/ybHd4IMfSe9780593186473.webp?v=1776178557","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/black-genius-essays-on-an-american-legacy-hardcover","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}