The Twelve Tribes of Hattie Summary
Ayana Mathis

Everything you need to understand or teach The Twelve Tribes of Hattie by Ayana Mathis.

  • The Twelve Tribes of Hattie Summary & Study Guide

The Twelve Tribes of Hattie Overview

The Twelve Tribes of Hattie is a novel by Ayana Mathis. The novel focuses on the family of Hattie Shepherd, an African-American woman who moves from Georgia to Philadelphia in 1925. The narrative spans several decades and examines important events in the lives of Hattie and her children. The novel explores themes of race, class, morality, family, and love.

Study Pack

The The Twelve Tribes of Hattie Study Pack contains: