The Red Record Tabulated Statistics and Alleged Causes of Lynching in the United States

About this book

In a period marked by racial violence and social upheaval, "The Red Record: Tabulated Statistics and Alleged Causes of Lynching in the United States" by Ida B. Wells-Barnett emerges as a crucial document illuminating the grim realities of lynching. This groundbreaking work meticulously compiles data on the frequency and motivations behind these atrocities, challenging the justifications often used to rationalize such acts. With a focus on the unrelenting violence against African Americans, Wells-Barnett confronts the systemic racism embedded in society. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this text not only serves as a vital historical record but also as a call to action against injustice, making it an essential read for those committed to understanding and combating racial violence.

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