In the heart of a black working-class neighborhood, Nathan McCall's journey unfolds—a narrative pulsing with the raw energy of life on the edge. "Makes Me Wanna Holler" maps McCall's evolution from a precocious child shielded by a loving family to a teenager lost in the throes of crime and violence, wielding a gun as his passport to respect and fear. His descent into the criminal underworld, punctuated by an armed robbery conviction that catapults him into the harsh reality of prison life, forms the backbone of this searing memoir. Yet, McCall's story is not one of despair, but of remarkable transformation. Through the barred windows of a prison cell, he gazes into the depths of his soul and finds the resolve to change his destiny. Emerging from the shadows of incarceration, McCall embarks on an extraordinary journey of redemption and discovery. His path leads him from the gritty streets to the esteemed newsrooms of The Washington Post, and finally, to imparting wisdom as a faculty member at Emory University. "Makes Me Wanna Holler" is more than a personal testament; it is a profound commentary on the complexities of race, the criminal justice system, and the indomitable spirit of one man. McCall's narrative, brimming with both despair and hope, serves as a compelling indictment of societal ills and a poignant elegy to the enduring power of resilience and renewal. This memoir, hailed as an instant classic upon its release in 1994, continues to resonate deeply, echoing the great troubles and great hopes of our nation.