Imagine the United States of America to be one happy family that has lived together for ages in peace and harmony. After reading this book, you may well be disappointed to see that it is far from the truth. Conversely, if you believe otherwise, this book will take you back to the reasons why we, as a nation, have a long way to go to achieve that peace and harmony by finding a way of healing the old wound that has afflicted us all.

This small book attempts to tie together some pivotal historical events, such as the US Civil War and slavery, with the current sociopolitical situation and psychological climate in the country. It does not pretend to be a scholarly piece of writing, but rather it is addressed to the common educated folk who care about America and would like to delve deeper into the essence of knowing this great country better.