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Title: The Jim Crow Car; Or, Denouncement of injustice meted out to the black race
Note: Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Jim Crow Car; Or, Denouncement of Injustice Meted Out to the Black Race" by Rev. J. Clay Coleman is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the severe injustices and discriminatory practices faced by the Black community in the Southern United States, particularly focusing on transportation and public accommodations. Through personal observations and accounts, the author seeks to highlight the oppressive conditions endured by African Americans and create sympathy for their plight. The opening of the narrative sets a solemn tone, offering insight into the author's background and motivations. Coleman reveals that his opposition to the systemic discrimination against Black people led him to write this work, which stems from his extensive travels through the South, where he observed the stark inequalities on railroads and in public spaces. He recounts personal experiences that elucidate the deeply ingrained prejudices and injustices imposed by the societal norms of the time. Coleman emphasizes the ongoing impacts of slavery and argues for a better understanding and treatment of the Black race, urging readers to consider their humanity and rights in a society that continually marginalizes them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Coleman, J. C. (John Clay), 1876-
EBook No.: 62741
Published: Jul 23, 2020
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: African Americans -- Civil rights
Subject: Southern States -- Race relations
Subject: Racism -- Southern States
LoCC: History: America: United States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Jim Crow Car; Or, Denouncement of injustice meted out to the black race
Note: Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by deaurider and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Jim Crow Car; Or, Denouncement of Injustice Meted Out to the Black Race" by Rev. J. Clay Coleman is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the severe injustices and discriminatory practices faced by the Black community in the Southern United States, particularly focusing on transportation and public accommodations. Through personal observations and accounts, the author seeks to highlight the oppressive conditions endured by African Americans and create sympathy for their plight. The opening of the narrative sets a solemn tone, offering insight into the author's background and motivations. Coleman reveals that his opposition to the systemic discrimination against Black people led him to write this work, which stems from his extensive travels through the South, where he observed the stark inequalities on railroads and in public spaces. He recounts personal experiences that elucidate the deeply ingrained prejudices and injustices imposed by the societal norms of the time. Coleman emphasizes the ongoing impacts of slavery and argues for a better understanding and treatment of the Black race, urging readers to consider their humanity and rights in a society that continually marginalizes them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Coleman, J. C. (John Clay), 1876-
EBook No.: 62741
Published: Jul 23, 2020
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: African Americans -- Civil rights
Subject: Southern States -- Race relations
Subject: Racism -- Southern States
LoCC: History: America: United States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.