"The life and experience of an African American in modern America" - this is how you can describe the book "Being a Negro in America" by the author J. Saunders Redding. In his work, the author explores complex issues of racial identity, equality, and social justice in the context of contemporary American society. Through personal recollections, analysis, and research, he reveals the challenges faced by conscious African Americans, their struggle with stereotypes, adjustment to the system, and their quest for self-determination. The book asks the reader important questions about the essence of racism and ways to overcome it on the way to true equality and dignity. "Being a Negro in America" is an intelligent and impressive work that provokes discussion and reflection on important problems of modern society.