Lynch-law; an investigation into the history of lynching in the United States

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Author Cutler, James Elbert, 1876-1959
Author of introduction, etc. Sumner, William Graham, 1840-1910
LoC No. 05014797
Title Lynch-law; an investigation into the history of lynching in the United States
Original Publication United States: Frank A. Munsey Company,1918,copyright 1941.
Note Reading ease score: 56.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Richard Tonsing 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 "Lynch-law; an investigation into the history of lynching in the United States" by James Elbert Cutler is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text explores the phenomenon of lynching in America, investigating its causes and the social conditions that perpetuate this illegal practice. It aims to elucidate public misconceptions and the ethical implications of mob justice within the context of a self-governing democracy. The opening of the book sets a serious tone, addressing the deep sense of national shame associated with lynchings in the United States. The author emphasizes that lynching is a uniquely American social ill, noting the significant societal and ethical ramifications of mob violence when legal systems are perceived as failing. Cutler introduces the purpose of his investigation, which is not only to document historical instances of lynching but also to analyze the underlying societal factors that have historically justified this abhorrent practice. The text lays the groundwork for a more profound exploration of lynch law's historical context in subsequent chapters, inviting readers to confront uncomfortable truths about American society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Lynching -- United States
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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