Jim Crow's Last Stand

Jim Crow's Last Stand is the second book in the Race and Culture Series by Langston Hughes. This book is a collection of essays and poems that explore the history and legacy of Jim Crow laws in America. Jim Crow laws were a series of state and local laws that enforced racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans from the late 1800s to the mid-1960s.Hughes uses his unique writing style to examine the impact of Jim Crow laws on African American culture and society. He explores the ways in which these laws were used to oppress and marginalize African Americans, and how they contributed to the systemic racism that still exists in America today.The essays and poems in this book cover a range of topics, from the history of Jim Crow laws to the experiences of African Americans during the Civil Rights Movement. Hughes also delves into the cultural contributions of African Americans, highlighting the ways in which they have enriched American society despite the obstacles they have faced.Overall, Jim Crow's Last Stand is a powerful and thought-provoking book that sheds light on an important chapter in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the ongoing struggle for racial equality in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.