Summary of Heavy

Heavy: An American Memoir is a powerful exploration of race, identity, and family by Kiese Laymon. The author shares his story of growing up in Jackson, Mississippi, and how his experiences with violence, poverty, and racism shaped his life. He details his struggles with his weight, his growing awareness of his own identity, and his journey to find self-acceptance. He confronts his own failures and his successes, and reflects on the impact of his upbringing. He also examines the impact of systems of power on African Americans, and how they continue to shape the lives of people of color today. The book is an honest and intimate look at the author’s life, and a powerful exploration of the issues of race and identity in America.