Ku Klux Klan

History, Organization, Language, Influence and Activities of America's Most Notorious Secret Society

Häftad, Engelska, 2014

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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.

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Utgivningsdatum2014-04-22
Mått216 x 279 x 26 mm
Vikt1 161 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor512
FörlagMcFarland & Co Inc
ISBN9780786495597

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Table of ContentsPreface Abbreviations 1. A Brief History of the Ku Klux Klan 2. Klanspeak 3. The Klan Kreed 4. Who’s Who in the Invisible Empire 5. A Gathering of Klans 6. Komrades in Arms 7. Mapping the Empire 8. Friends and Foes of the Klan in Politics 9. Reign of Terror 10. Policing Vigilantes 11. Covering the Klan Appendix A: A Ku Klux Timeline Appendix B: Selected Klan Documents I. KKK Prescript of 1867 II. KKK Prescript of 1868 III. The Kloran IV. Constitution and Laws of the UKA V. Seven Symbols of the Klan VI. Constitution of the Original Knights of the Realm of Louisiana VII. Constitution of the WKKKKM Bibliography Index

“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.