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This book succinctly examines the origins and pervasiveness of lynching in the United States from its inception through to the Jim Crow era. It explores the historical, social, economic, and political factors that contributed to the rise of lynching as a form of racial terrorism against African Americans. The author argues that lynching was not simply a spontaneous act of violence but a calculated and systematic practice used to maintain white supremacy and disenfranchise black communities. The book delves into the complex motivations of lynching participants, the role of the press in shaping public opinion, and the failure of the government to adequately address the issue. By situating lynching within the broader context of American history, the author not only provides a comprehensive understanding of this dark chapter but also sheds light on the ongoing struggles for racial justice in the United States.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book succinctly examines the origins and pervasiveness of lynching in the United States from its inception through to the Jim Crow era. It explores the historical, social, economic, and political factors that contributed to the rise of lynching as a form of racial terrorism against African Americans. The author argues that lynching was not simply a spontaneous act of violence but a calculated and systematic practice used to maintain white supremacy and disenfranchise black communities. The book delves into the complex motivations of lynching participants, the role of the press in shaping public opinion, and the failure of the government to adequately address the issue. By situating lynching within the broader context of American history, the author not only provides a comprehensive understanding of this dark chapter but also sheds light on the ongoing struggles for racial justice in the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334534614_0
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