Hoke Glover and Efua Prince's upcoming book "Crazy as Hell: The Best Little Guide to Black History" promises a refreshing and insightful take on African American history. The book explores the site of America's greatest contradictions, highlighting the stories of the runaways and rebels, the badass and funky, the activists and inmates. From Harriet Tubman and Nina Simone to B'rer Rabbit and Wakandans, the authors offer brief breakdowns of one hundred influential, archetypal, and infamous figures, building a new framework that emphasizes their humanity.  With humor and insight, Glover and Prince aim to capture the tenacious, irreverent spirit that accompanies the long struggle for freedom. The book includes an introduction by MacArthur Fellow Reginald Dwayne Betts and is peppered with little-known historical facts and PSAs that get real about the Black experience. This event at Union Market in Washington, DC on June 19, 2024, is a must-attend for anyone interested in a refreshing and insightful perspective on African American history. The authors' expertise and the book's unique approach promise to make this a thought-provoking and engaging event. Attendees can expect to leave with a deeper understanding of the complexities and contradictions that have shaped the Black experience in America.