Ghosts of Mississippi
Ghosts of Mississippi
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
411
Book • Nonfiction
Mississippi • 1990s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Ghosts of Mississippi by Maryanne Vollers recounts the decades-long quest for justice following the 1963 murder of civil rights leader Medgar Evers by white supremacist Byron De La Beckwith, highlighting the eventual conviction through a third trial in 1994 amidst profound social, legal, and racial challenges in Mississippi. Topics include racial violence and systemic injustice.
Informative
Mysterious
Challenging
Dark
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Maryanne Vollers' Ghosts of Mississippi receives praise for its detailed recounting of Myrlie Evers' pursuit of justice for her husband, Medgar Evers. Critics commend Vollers' thorough research and compelling narrative style. However, some reviews note a slow pacing in parts, which may deter less patient readers. Overall, it's a powerful exploration of civil rights history.
Who Should Read Ghosts of Mississippi?
Readers captivated by civil rights, true crime, and historical justice will find Ghosts of Mississippi enthralling. Comparable to Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson and Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann, Vollers’ work appeals to those intrigued by legal battles and racial history uncovering past injustices.
346 ratings
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411
Book • Nonfiction
Mississippi • 1990s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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