reconstruction (u.s. history, 1865-1877)

"On Easter Sunday of 1873, just eight years after the Civil War ended, a band of white supremacists marched into Grant Parish, Louisiana, and massacred over one hundred unarmed African Americans. The court case that followed reached the highest court in the land. Yet, following one of the most ghastly incidents of mass murder in American history, not one person was convicted . . . Lawrence Goldstone traces the evolution of the law and the fascinating characters involved in the story of how [he believes] the Supreme Court helped institutionalize racism in the American justice system"--Provided by publisher.

"Studies the aftermath of the Civil War, discusses how racist laws kept former slaves in inferior positions compared with whites, and explores how the actions of people in the mid-1800s continue to impact African Americans today"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes Reconstruction in the Southern US states after the Civil War and resistance to the reforms, leading to the rise of Jim Crow laws"--Provided by publisher.

"Some would say Reconstruction was just as significant of a period of time as the Civil War was itself. Even after slavery was abolished, there were still many issues that needed to be addressed. This . . . volume delves into these issues and sheds light on this significant time in United States history. Important social issues, such as racism and prejudice, are also discussed"--Publisher's website.

A book for middle school students about the Reconstruction that followed the Civil War.

Twelve-year-old Patsy keeps a diary of the exciting but confusing time following the end of the Civil War and the granting of freedom to former slaves.

Examines the events after the Civil War, known as reconstruction, and the challenges faced by politicians in rebuilding the Union. Discusses the early stages of bringing civil rights to recently freed slaves, and provides a broad overview of the challenges and successes of rebuilding the nation with different racial and federal government priorities. Includes a timeline, a glossary, maps, archival images, and resources for further information.

An illustrated overview of the Reconstruction era of the United States that focuses on the experiences of African-Americans, discussing significant events and individuals; and includes a time line, a related activity, and a further reading list.

A picture book biography of John Roy Lynch, one of the first African-Americans elected into the United States Congress.

Examines the state of affairs in the United States following the Civil War, discussing race riots, the Ku Klux Klan, and other issues that arose during a time when the country was suppose to be reuniting but was still largely divided.