New Book Introspection By Dr. Cory J. May Challenges Readers to Rethink Race, Faith, and Identity in Modern America
(WorldFrontNews Editorial):- New York City, New York May 19, 2026 (Issuewire.com) – At a time when misinformation and cultural division dominate public discourse, Introspection: Exploring the Racialized Politics of Conception of Ideal Blackness Within African American Culture by Dr. Cory J. May offers a bold and necessary examination of the forces shaping identity, belief, and truth within African American communities.
Published by Pickwick Publications, Introspection confronts the complex intersections of race, religion, and politics, urging readers to engage in deeper self-examination and critical reflection. Drawing from theology, history, and cultural analysis, the book explores how distorted political and religious ideologies contribute to confusion, division, and what the author describes as a growing disconnect from truth.
“We are living in a time where perception is often mistaken for reality,” the book suggests, as it examines how ambiguity, tribalism, and pseudo-religious thinking can influence both individual and collective consciousness.
Through a detailed exploration of influential Black scholars, historical context, and contemporary issues, Introspection challenges prevailing assumptions about Black identity and unity. It also raises important questions about leadership, accountability, and the internal dynamics that shape cultural discourse.
Blending African American studies with theological and ethical inquiry, this work is designed for readers interested in understanding the deeper foundations of race, faith, and sociopolitical thought. It invites readers not only to question external systems, but to reflect inwardly on their own beliefs and perspectives.
Dr. Cory J. May (Ph.D., University of Aberdeen) is an Assistant Professor of Theological and Historical Theology at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma. His research focuses on African American Christianity, with broader interests in American religion, Black theology, Martin Luther King Jr. studies, political theology, Reinhold Niebuhr studies, and race. His work brings together historical insight and theological analysis to examine pressing cultural and intellectual issues.
Introspection is available for purchase on Amazon and through major book retailers:
https://www.amazon.com/Introspection-Exploring-Racialized-Conception-Ideal-Blackness/dp/B0GZ45SG89
Book Details
Title: Introspection: Exploring the Racialized Politics of Conception of Ideal Blackness Within African American Culture
Author: Dr. Cory J. May
Publisher: Pickwick Publications
Publication Date: April 28, 2026
ISBN: 9798385255368
Genres: African American Studies, Theology, Ethics/Moral Teaching
