Spanning across centuries, 'Roots' embarks on an epic journey into the life of Kunta Kinte, a young African man seized from his homeland and subjected to the brutalities of American slavery. The narrative follows Kunta and his descendants through generations, exploring their struggles and triumphs in the face of unyielding oppression. From Kinte's forcible relocation to the New World to the varied lives of his offspring, Alex Haley masterfully reconstructs his family saga, rooted in the oral traditions passed down to him. As each generation presses on, they contribute their own stories of pain, resilience, and hope, constructing a tapestry rich with the cultural heritage of African American history.