Emmett Till: The Murder That Shocked the World and Propelled the Civil Rights Movement
Emmett Till: The Murder That Shocked the World and Propelled the Civil Rights Movement
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015610
Book • Nonfiction
Mississippi • 1950s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Emmett Till: The Murder That Shocked the World and Propelled the Civil Rights Movement by Devery S. Anderson examines the 1955 murder of Emmett Till, a Black teenager, in Mississippi. The book explores the trial, media coverage, and the case's profound impact on the American Civil Rights Movement, highlighting the call for justice and societal change.
Informative
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Emotional
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Review Roundup
Emmett Till: The Murder That Shocked the World and Propelled the Civil Rights Movement by Devery S. Anderson is widely praised for its detailed and comprehensive research, offering an in-depth look at a pivotal event in civil rights history. Critics appreciate its clarity and thoroughness, though some find the extensive detail overwhelming. It's an essential read for understanding racial tensions and justice.
Who Should Read Emmett Till: The Murder That Shocked the World and Propelled the Civil Rights Movement?
Readers drawn to Emmett Till: The Murder That Shocked the World and Propelled the Civil Rights Movement are likely interested in civil rights history, social justice, and pivotal societal changes. They may also appreciate works like The Blood of Emmett Till by Timothy B. Tyson or The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson.
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Book • Nonfiction
Mississippi • 1950s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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