Here are some of his notable works:
* "The Great Good Thing: The Founding of the University of Pennsylvania and the Abolition of Slavery" (2023): This book explores the history of the University of Pennsylvania and its complex relationship with slavery and the abolitionist movement.
* "Drinking with the Devil: The Rise of Alcoholic Beverages in Colonial America" (2017): This book examines the role of alcohol in shaping colonial society and the rise of temperance movements.
* "The Geography of Race: The Roots of American Inequality" (2014): This book explores the historical development of racial inequality in the United States, focusing on the intersection of race and place.
* "The American Meal: A History" (2015): This book explores the history of American food, from the colonial era to the present, and its relationship to the country's social and cultural development.
Jesse Trotter is an active scholar and commentator on issues of race, food, and American history. He is a frequent contributor to national publications and has appeared on numerous radio and television programs.