Following the Color Line by Ray Stannard Baker
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| Adapter | Baker, Ray Stannard, 1870-1946 |
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| LoC No. | 08031180 |
| Title |
Following the Color Line An account of Negro citizenship in the American democracy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Following the Color Line" by Ray Stannard Baker is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work examines the status and conditions of African American citizenship within the American democracy, focusing primarily on the racial dynamics in both the South and North. Through in-depth observations and personal investigations, the author seeks to illuminate the struggles, fears, and aspirations of the Negro community, reflecting on their societal roles and the pervasive challenges they face. At the start of the text, Baker introduces his intent and methodology, expressing a desire to present an honest perspective on the Negro's place in American life without the biases of a Northerner or Southerner. He reflects on the complexities surrounding race relations, particularly following significant events such as the Atlanta race riot. Baker recounts the rising tensions that lead to violence, illustrating the fear felt by both races and detailing conversations that reveal the mutual dread and misunderstandings between whites and blacks. This opening section sets the tone for a thorough exploration of the racial issues that will be addressed in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | African Americans |
| Subject | United States -- Race relations |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34847 |
| Release Date | Jan 4, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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