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Race on Trial

Race on Trial

HistoryLaw
Pages
248
Published
2002
Language
English
Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualComplex

Genres

History Law Politics & Society

About the author

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Race on Trial connect to Annette Gordon-Reed's other historical works?

    Annette Gordon-Reed is known for her deep dives into American history, and this book showcases her characteristic rigorous scholarship and nuanced approach to complex historical figures and events, similar to her work on Thomas Jefferson.

  • Is Race on Trial based on a true historical event?

    The book centers on the Amistad case, a real historical event involving enslaved Africans who revolted on a ship and subsequently faced legal proceedings in the United States.