Author Rick Bowers uncovers a tragic episode from American history in this "informative and fascinating" (VOYA) book. During the civil rights movement, the state of Mississippi created an elaborate spy network. Its mission was to preserve segregation by any means necessary-including voter interference, sponsorship of white supremacy groups, and even murder. ". a vivid depiction of those turbulent days ."-Booklist, starred review
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"This short book examines the very real anti-integration efforts of the Mississippi government in the 1950's and 1960's.It should be read in conjunction with 'The Help' - preferably before. It was a dangerous world down there! " — Nicole (5 out of 5 stars)
"This short book examines the very real anti-integration efforts of the Mississippi government in the 1950's and 1960's.It should be read in conjunction with 'The Help' - preferably before. It was a dangerous world down there! "
" A lot of information in a compact and easy to read book. There is a fascinating amount of information. Although it was enjoyable, I am unsure if it would make a good Rosie. There is not one underlying story. "
" This is an informative quick read if you are interested in the civil rights movement, especially the events in Mississippi and how those events influenced the nation, and vice versa. "
" A informative look at the secret spy network in my home state. Interesting reading, but perhaps a bit dry. "
" Interesting information presented in short chapters. I didn't think it flowed very well though, and the writing was sometimes repetitive. "
" Very readable, and concise - just about 100 pages of a sobering, shitty chapter of American history. I learned a bunch - can't believe I had never heard of so much of it. And all just 50 years ago, or less.... "
" Facinating and well written, full of great details that showcase history at both a largescale and personal level. The thought of what might becoming next left me both cringing and waiting for the next section. "
" I want an adult book about this to be written in more detail, especially about the people involved. SO much history crammed into such a small space. "
" A fast-paced overview of a secret spy network established by the governor of Mississippi in the 1950s that sought to maintain a system of segregation throughout the state and thwart federal directives for integration. "
Rick Bowers worked as a newspaper reporter and editor for more than fifteen years, reporting for the Patriot Ledger, the Miami Herald, and USA Today. His articles have been published in the Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Philadelphia Inquirer, and Time. Working with AARP, the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights, and the Library of Congress, he directed Voices of Civil Rights, a multimedia project that gathered thousands of first-hand accounts of the Civil Rights Movement to form the world’s largest archive of testimonials from the era, winning numerous awards. He is currently the Director of Creative Initiatives at AARP. He lives in the Maryland suburbs of Washington, DC, with his wife and two daughters.
Peter Jay Fernandez is an accomplished audiobook narrator who has won three AudioFile Earphones Awards and an Audie Award in 2009. He has also appeared on television, film, and stage. His appearances include roles in Law & Order, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, and the musical Thunder Knocking on the Door.
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