
A Deed So Accursed: Lynching in Mississippi and South Carolina, 1881–1940
par
Terence Finnegan
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Format
Relié
Pages
248
Langue
Anglais
Publié
Feb 11, 2013
Éditeur
University of Virginia Press
ISBN-10
0813933846
ISBN-13
9780813933849
Description
In the turbulent decades following Reconstruction, the atmosphere in Mississippi and South Carolina was charged with racial tension and violence. Terence Finnegan delves deep into this dark chapter of American history, exploring the brutal reality of lynching that plagued both states from 1881 to 1940. His work shines a light on the systemic racism that allowed these acts of terror to flourish, leaving communities shattered and lives irrevocably altered.
Finnegan meticulously examines several high-profile cases, unearthing the stories of victims and the societal structures that supported these heinous acts. With a careful blend of historical research and personal narratives, he reveals how lynching became a tool of intimidation, maintaining the status quo and reinforcing white supremacy. The book is not only an exploration of the past but also a commentary on its lasting impact on contemporary society.
Through poignant insights and thorough documentation, the narrative invites readers to confront the harsh truths of this era. Finnegan's work serves as a stark reminder of the deep scars left by such brutality and the ongoing struggle for justice and equality that continues to resonate today.
Finnegan meticulously examines several high-profile cases, unearthing the stories of victims and the societal structures that supported these heinous acts. With a careful blend of historical research and personal narratives, he reveals how lynching became a tool of intimidation, maintaining the status quo and reinforcing white supremacy. The book is not only an exploration of the past but also a commentary on its lasting impact on contemporary society.
Through poignant insights and thorough documentation, the narrative invites readers to confront the harsh truths of this era. Finnegan's work serves as a stark reminder of the deep scars left by such brutality and the ongoing struggle for justice and equality that continues to resonate today.
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