BOOK BRIEF

Force and Freedom: Black Abolitionists and the Politics of Violence

Kellie Carter Jackson
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Force and Freedom: Black Abolitionists and the Politics of Violence

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019

Book Brief

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Kellie Carter Jackson

Force and Freedom: Black Abolitionists and the Politics of Violence

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 19th century

Topic
Race & Racism

Politics & Government

World History
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Force and Freedom: Black Abolitionists and the Politics of Violence by Kellie Carter Jackson explores how Black abolitionists employed both violent and nonviolent methods in their fight against slavery. The book examines the strategic use of force as a political tool and highlights the complexity of abolitionist strategies in the pursuit of freedom and justice.

Informative

Challenging

Inspirational

Dark

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.6

301 ratings

92%

Loved it

6%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Force and Freedom: Black Abolitionists and the Politics of Violence by Kellie Carter Jackson offers an insightful analysis of the strategic use of violence by Black abolitionists. Critics laud its compelling argument and meticulous research, highlighting new perspectives on civil rights struggles. Some note its dense academic prose, which might challenge casual readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Force and Freedom: Black Abolitionists and the Politics of Violence?

A reader interested in Force and Freedom is likely drawn to African American history, abolitionist movements, and race relations. They might also enjoy The Black Jacobins by C. L. R. James and Freedom National by James Oakes for similar themes of resistance and political struggle.

4.6

301 ratings

92%

Loved it

6%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 19th century

Topic
Race & Racism

Politics & Government

World History
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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