"The Help" (book/film)

"The Help" is a novel by Kathryn Stockett, later adapted into a film, set in Jackson, Mississippi during the early 1960s. It tells the story of African American maids working in white households and their struggles against racism and discrimination. Narrated through the perspectives of three women—a white aspiring writer and two black maids—the story explores themes of friendship, courage, and social justice. By documenting their experiences, they challenge the societal norms of their time, highlighting the fight for civil rights and the importance of personal narratives in driving social change.