Because of a Rose – Free Introduction
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A free introduction to Because of a Rose by Stephen Pierre Sainte-Martin.
Read the author's letter explaining what the book is about below. This is an introduction, not the complete book.
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Welcome to "Because of a Rose"—a collection of love poems, short stories, and exposés crafted for all who seek truth.
At its heart, this work explores the complex intersectionality of love and racism in America.
A rose is an instrument of breathtaking beauty, its soft petals reaching instinctively toward the light. Yet beneath that blossom lies a sharp and dangerous stem. In these pages, those thorns give voice to the hostility confronting Black families, the threat to Black legacy, and the ongoing erasure of our contributions.
Beneath a veiled Lady Liberty—who conceals historical truths and systemic theft—beauty and struggle remain inextricably bound.
Ultimately, this book honors a history of endurance amidst attempts to silence our presence. It stands as a powerful testament to patience, triumph, and the capacity for grace in the face of profound injustice.
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