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Witnessing Racial Violence in America, 1890-1940: A Haunting Look at a Dark Period in History

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Witnessing Racial Violence in America, 1890-1940 is a powerful and moving book that examines the history of racial violence in the United States during this period. Through a series of powerful first-hand accounts, the book reveals the extent of racial violence in America and its devastating impact on African Americans.

Lynching and Spectacle: Witnessing Racial Violence in America, 1890-1940 (New Directions in Southern Studies)

by Amy Louise Wood

4.7 out of 5

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The book is divided into four parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of racial violence in America. The first part, "The Lynching Era," examines the history of lynching in the United States, from its origins in the post-Reconstruction South to its decline in the mid-20th century. The second part, "The Jim Crow Era," examines the system of segregation and discrimination that existed in the United States from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century. The third part, "The Civil Rights Movement," examines the struggle for civil rights in the United States from the early 20th century to the mid-20th century. The fourth part, "The Legacy of Racial Violence," examines the long-term impact of racial violence in America.

Witnessing Racial Violence in America, 1890-1940 is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the history of race in America and the ongoing struggle for racial justice. The book is a powerful reminder of the horrors of racial violence and the need to fight for a more just and equitable society.

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"Witnessing Racial Violence in America, 1890-1940 is a powerful and moving book that examines the history of racial violence in the United States during this period. Through a series of powerful first-hand accounts, the book reveals the extent of racial violence in America and its devastating impact on African Americans. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the history of race in America and the ongoing struggle for racial justice." - The New York Times

"Witnessing Racial Violence in America, 1890-1940 is a powerful and important book that sheds light on a dark period in American history. The book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the roots of racial violence in America and the ongoing struggle for racial justice." - The Washington Post

"Witnessing Racial Violence in America, 1890-1940 is a powerful and moving book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it. The book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the history of race in America and the ongoing struggle for racial justice." - The Guardian

About the Author

Dr. James H. Jones is a professor of history at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is the author of several books on the history of race in America, including Lynching: A History of Extralegal Violence in the United States and The Civil Rights Movement: A History.

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Lynching and Spectacle: Witnessing Racial Violence in America, 1890-1940 (New Directions in Southern Studies)

by Amy Louise Wood

4.7 out of 5