need help what book did Tom read at the begnning of the story

[lilred]

One of the questions I need to answer is what book did tom read at the beginning of the story and what is the significance of the book?

[clairesolesbury]

The Rise of the Colored Empires by Goddard. It warns that the white race should stand on its feet or the other races of the world will take over. Tom believes that the creation of art and science, the products of creation are the interests and attributed to the white race. Tom grew up in the west and the meal is making him feel disconected so the book helps him reconect.