{"product_id":"9781629985411","title":"The Only One In The Room: A Lifetime of Observations on Race","description":"\u003ci\u003eThe Only One in the Room\u003c\/i\u003e is a serious treatment on the subject of race in America, exploring why the problems persist, and what Christ-followers must do to help our nation heal.\u003cbr\u003e Throughout his life, especially while working as a high-profile professional in the Midwest, author Milton Thompson was often the only African American in his circles. A minister and educator, he uses the backdrop of his personal journey to skillfully and knowledgeably assess where we’ve been as a nation, and where we are now.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Only One in the Room\u003c\/i\u003e crosses several literary genres, and offers readers ~\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe moving story of a remarkable African American family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvocative social and political commentary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn intimate look at an enduring love story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiblical hope and inspiration  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Thompson says he’s become more reflective about race as he’s gotten older. He possesses a seasoned, gracious, and godly perspective, which is just what we need right now.\u003cbr\u003e  ","brand":"Charisma Media","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47149209256176,"sku":"9781629985411","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781629985411_p0.jpg?v=1769905621","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781629985411","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}