Birth of a Nation #[nn]

This 2004 graphic novel from Crown Publishers presents a satirical and politically charged narrative set in the fictional African American community of East St. Louis. Written by Aaron McGruder (creator of The Boondocks) with art by Kyle Baker, the story follows a scheme to rig a local election, leading to a secessionist movement and the birth of a new black nation. The collection is a standalone original graphic novel, not a compilation of previously serialized issues, blending sharp social commentary with Baker's dynamic, expressive artwork.