Rooted in the Soul: An Introduction to African American Studies & the African American Experience provides a unique ”hybrid” approach to the topic of African American Studies. The text combines an ordered historical narrative with topical entries, which are framed by important questions. These questions will provide students with a good grounding in the discipline. Specific individuals and events were selected by the author. These specific individuals and events were selected to enhance the learning of the students, and to provide a solid foundation for the learning of the legacy of African American experience and achievement.