Jim Crow On Trial: The History and Legacy of the Notorious Case of the Scottsboro Boys Paperback – October 1, 2015

I have learned a lot from this and the other books I have purchased. A whole lot of things I was not taught in school (and I am talking about in the 60’s.

great item

This book was interesting, but kind of slow.

The best thing about the book Jim Crow On Trial: The History and Legacy of the Notorious Case of the Scottsboro Boys is the bibliography. The book was concise and explained an era that took place over 80 years ago. I still find it amazing that a white woman could claim rape by a group of men and not have a mark on her, and the jury believed her. The book did have copies of some of the letters that the young men sent to their relatives and supporters. The description of the trials provided in the book clearly demonstrated the trials were a farce. At least this book provides a brief description of the Scottsboro boys and their trial. In addition, the ultimate fates of the young men is provided at the end. The book is a quick read but may boil the blood of some readers.

The facts are briefly and clearly outlined with a bit of analysis. Photos of the key characters are included with the exception of Judge James Horton. The editors unwittingly used a photo of Judge Horton's son, Ed Horton in his place.

excellent

this too was a present for my grandson so my remarks for the Ebb and Kander biography "Colored Lights" would apply equally here.

Poor value for money £10 for a pamphlet rather than a book on the events leading to their arrest and trial. Would not have bought this If i had seen it In a bookshop.

Did not enjoy this book. Badly written