Bibliograph

We ask only for even-handed justice, Black voices from Reconstruction, 1865-1877, John David Smith

Type

Label

We ask only for even-handed justice, Black voices from Reconstruction, 1865-1877, John David Smith

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 117-125) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

We ask only for even-handed justice

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

878667519

Responsibility statement

John David Smith

Sub title

Black voices from Reconstruction, 1865-1877

Table Of Contents

The promise and reality of emancipation -- Changing old ways -- Reuniting families -- The first friend: the Freedmen's Bureau -- A second bondage: the plantation system -- Organizing for equal rights -- The right to vote -- The first leaders -- Racial terrorism -- The promise of education and a homeland -- Conclusion: Reconstruction and its legacy

Target audience

juvenile

Classification