On Lynchings
On Lynchings
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1890s
2002
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Ida B. Wells-Barnett's research on lynchings examines the systemic violence faced by African American individuals in the post-Civil War United States. Highlighting injustices and false accusations leading to lynchings, her work calls for awareness and action against racial violence, advocating for justice and equality.
Informative
Dark
Unnerving
Challenging
Mysterious
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Review Roundup
On Lynchings by Ida B. Wells-Barnett is praised for its powerful and unflinching examination of racial violence. The work is lauded for its historical significance and Wells-Barnett's tenacity and courage. However, some critiques mention the intense subject matter as challenging to digest. Overall, it remains an essential read for understanding racial history and activism.
Who Should Read On Lynchings?
A reader intrigued by On Lynchings by Ida B. Wells-Barnett likely values social justice, history, and racial equality. Comparable interests include The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Bois. Both texts offer powerful insights into racial dynamics and are suited for those engaged in civil rights and African American history studies.
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Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1890s
2002
Adult
18+ years
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