Edwin T. Arnold
What Virtue There Is in Fire
- ISBN 13:
- 9780820340647
- author:
- Edwin T. Arnold
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The University of Georgia Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 21.59 x 14.48 x 2.03 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, United States, 19th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The lynching of Sam Hose in 1899 was a brutal event that shocked the nation. This horrific incident, which took place in Newnan, Georgia, has largely been forgotten by local public memory. Historian Edwin T. Arnold examines this tragic chapter in US history, analyzing newspapers, letters, and speeches to understand reactions to the lynching. Arnold's study reveals how different groups interpreted and co-opted the story of Sam Hose over time, often for their own purposes. The historian reflects on recent efforts to remember the lynching, offering a nuanced portrait of a place still grappling with its painful past. By examining this pivotal event, Arnold sheds light on the complexities of racial tensions and violence in the late 19th century. Through his meticulous research, Arnold provides a thought-provoking exploration of cultural memory and the enduring impact of traumatic events on communities.
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