Roots: The Saga of an American Family (30th Anniversary Edition)

A Fantastic Account, truly an outstanding book

As a young girl I remember sitting in front of the television with my family to watch Roots when it had been made into a series. Over the years I have often wanted to read the book and find all the missing parts that the limited series had left out. I am so very glad that I did. The author took me to a time when human slavery was a common place, and allowed me to feel the attrocities that took place during that time. I felt the pain, love and courage of the people and was very glad to be transported to a era that has long been forgotten and should never be. If you would like to read a book that is a fantastic read as well as a eye opening experience, read this book.

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Amazing.

Alex Haley was my great-uncle, and although I never got to met him, this book helped me get to know him though his writing. This book is an exceptional story about my family's history and I am so proud of my uncle Alex for writing it.

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Generation 2 Genaration

Thnx for making the best book ever ,
Mr or mrs haley

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Book Review of Roots.

Roots, by Alex Haley, is an unforgettable novel that might even have you reaching for the tissues. This book tells us about Americas past when we were still thirteen colonies and when slavery was a big issue for the new country. Roots opens up a perspective on slavery that most have never experienced before and some who probably never will. The book Roots by Alex Haley is a book filled with exiting characters, a suspenseful plot that will keep you turning the pages, and a theme like no other.

The characters in this touching novel are very well detailed by the author, it's almost like your right there looking the characters in the face. The main character is Kunta, a small village boy who is very well disciplined, his mom Binta, his dad Omoro, and his three younger brothers, Lamin, Swadu, and Mali. When Kunta becomes older and earn his manhood his little brothers look up to him as a role model.

The plot in Roots is like no other, it takes place in two places, in his home country of Africa and then the slave based America. It is extremely detailed, it's like you are there right next to the characters! The plot of Roots changes rapidly sometimes and is slow, saddened and mellow, and sometimes it is exciting, energetic.

The theme of Roots is sometimes exciting and sometimes it is mellow. In Roots the theme changes rapidly and can sometimes surprise you. For instance one moment Kunta could be running away from slave catchers and then the next thing you know he could be in a cage with his feet and hands locked together in chains.

The book Roots can have you reaching for the tissues or sometimes have you laughing. I recommend this book because it is a very good experience for someone who takes the time to read this book. Alex Haley's Roots, has an exciting plot of characters, a plot like no other, and a theme that can change on you within seconds.

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Excellent

Great Story Stretches over 200 years and follows several different generations starting with Kunta Kinte and ending with Alex Haley. Recommend this book to everyone paints a very clear picture.

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Saw the movie

Had to watch for school assignment it was sad how the slaves were treated it starred alot of great actors which are still alive roday like john amos etc i started to read the book but had to return it to the library i plan on buying for the nook then i can read thewhole story agreat reading assignment for all kidsit opens your eyes posted by REgina from nj

IM READING IT

Th book is realy good( i meen i just started and im on chapter 4):but its awsome; i didnt know it was fit for 11year olds and it good for 11year olds i recomend it to all u reading his post.it about an african boy who is called"kunta kinte"and he is taken to be a slave...if u like a good saga about a slave. read his book its a realy good peace of writing so far. I know it hard to know im a kid but i am... <----------- :-()

Eye-opening and Fascinating read Eye-opening and fascinating read!

LOVED every page of this nook book. Well worth the time to read.

Great book but missing entire pages

I never realized how powerful this book was and I am enjoying it very much. The Nook version is missing entire pages at a time which is disappointing since Roots is one of the most absorbing books I have read in a while.

High recommended

I have loved this book since I was a teen some 20 years ago. Alex Haley wrote this book as an account of slavory. But it was so inspiring to see the strength of this family. Then I watched the series. Both were great.

Highly recommended

I haven't finished it yet, but so far I think it's very good, & plan to pass it on to my friends. I saw the movie & it was very good too, although extremely sad in places.

Nothing like the movie

Although nothing like the movie it helps the reader to understand the plight of slavery

Quality read

I really enjoyed this book but the only downside is the long length.

Great Book!

After reading the book I watched the DVD. Both were great.

roots

the book is just as riveting as the movie.it brings to life the hardships faced by the black Americans so many years ago.following the lives of these people as they fight for their freedom shows us how strong one can be when they have to.they never let anyone or anything stop them from achieving what they wanted.i can't imagine being manhandled like these people were.everyone should read this book and find out how the black people have earned their rights in America.i believe that it should be required reading for high school students studying American history.

Roots the book u need ro read

I am 12 years of age and read a lot of girly books but when it comes to this book it was the one. I love this book i would read it again and it was like watching the series of episidos. I liked it a lot.

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My past

Am 12i saw the movie roots at age 7 am lerning about my history and what my people has gone throw So i really think that an color person should anf needs th read this book

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everyone should read this

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It is a must read for anybody intersted in reading American history.

A Must-Read

Heartbreaking, shocking, and brilliant. This book leaves its reader not only with a deeper understanding of the horrors of American chattel slavery, but with a "marrow-deep" appreciation for the power of family history. Taught me, touched me, and shook me to the core - an unforgettable book.

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Excellent Book!!!!!!!!

Couldn't put the book down. Was using my daughters nook and she was getting annoyed with me using her nook caused me to have buy one for myself. Strongly suggest this book to everyone.