Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases by Ida B. Wells-Barnett

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Author Wells-Barnett, Ida B., 1862-1931
Title Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases
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Summary "Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases" by Ida B. Wells-Barnett is a historical account written in the early 1890s, specifically addressing the pervasive issue of lynching in the American South. The book serves as a powerful exposé of the brutal realities faced by African Americans, particularly the false accusations that often led to mob violence and lynching. It seeks to confront and dismantle the pervasive racist narratives that justified such violent acts under the guise of protecting the honor of white women. In this pamphlet, Wells-Barnett shares detailed accounts of lynching incidents and highlights the systemic racism and social injustices that fueled such violence. She argues compellingly that the accusations against Black men, particularly regarding the supposed rape of white women, were often unfounded and that these lynchings were predominantly driven by racial hatred and a desire to maintain white supremacy. Through a mix of personal anecdotes, statistical data, and testimonies, the author illustrates that the true victims of this societal atrocity were disproportionately African Americans, who were denied justice and subjected to brutal, oftentimes public executions. Ultimately, Wells-Barnett calls for a national awakening to these injustices, urging society to recognize the humanity of the African American community and to demand accountability for acts of racial violence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Lynching
Category Text
EBook-No. 14975
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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