"The Black Man's Weight" is a science fiction novel by the famous writer Mack Reynolds. The book tells about a complex world of the future, where humanity is divided into two races: intelligent modified people and "normal" people. The main character, a black soldier, Carl Marshall, finds himself in the middle of a conflict between these two groups. His fate and choices will be decisive for the future of the world. The novel fascinates the reader with a complex plot, deep reflections on justice and the fate of humanity, as well as apt scientific and social aspects. "The burden of a black man" is an exciting book that will not leave indifferent fans of science fiction and social dramas.