Lynchings of Women in the United States

Discover the haunting history of violence against women in the United States with Lynchings of Women in the United States by Kerry Segrave. Published by McFarland & Co Inc in 2010, this compelling paperback spans 195 pages and delves into the tragic phenomenon of lynching, focusing specifically on the rare yet significant cases of women who faced mob violence between 1850 and 1950.

Segrave meticulously examines the intersection of race and gender, revealing that at least 115 women, predominantly black, were lynched during this dark period in American history. This insightful work highlights the stark contrasts between the experiences of men and women in lynching incidents and underscores the alarming rise in black lynchings as the century progressed.

Join Kerry Segrave in uncovering this critical aspect of American history, shedding light on the often-overlooked stories of these women's lives and the societal implications of their tragic fates.