This monumental reference work is a comprehensive guide to the Ku Klux Klan. It begins with a brief history of the KKK, from antebellum predecessors to the present day. Subsequent chapters cover beliefs, including white supremacy, nativism, religion, moralism and education; terms and abbreviations, with a definitive glossary; biographies of prominent historical Klansmen and profiles of KKK groups and front groups; profiles of individuals and groups linked or friendly to the Klan; an historical overview of the Klan in politics, including friendly and adversarial politicians; a discussion of activities in the United States and abroad; the use of violence, with a roster of murder victims, a compilation of arson and bombing incidents, and sketches of riots and lynchings; state and federal efforts to police or infiltrate the Klan; watchdog groups; and current and historic journalists who covered Klan activities. Appendices provide a KKK timeline and reproductions of several key Klan documents.
“"a very detailed account of the rise of the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) after the Civil War.... Numerous photos showing the group's activity through its long history are interwoven neatly throughout...a solid addition"-- Library Journal ; "thorough...comprehensive...definitive reference...well written"-- Booklist ; "contains unique information...recommended"-- Choice ; "excellent, well-written...of great interest"-- ARBA ; "comprehensive...thoroughly researched...highly detailed...fascinating"-- Against The Grain.”
thorough...comprehensive...definitive reference...well written" - Booklist/RBB
"contains unique information...recommended" - Choice
"excellent, well-written...of great interest" - ARBA
Michael Newton is the author of 271 books. He lives in Nashville, Indiana.
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