Voices from a Century of Struggle: Writings of the Jim Crow Era
Voices from a Century of Struggle: Writings of the Jim Crow Era  
Podcast: New Books in Critical Theory
Published On: Tue Apr 14 2026
Description: Tuesday, April 7, 2026—Confronting disenfranchisement, legal segregation, and terrorist violence in the aftermath of the Civil War, Black Americans challenged white supremacy in word and deed in a prolonged struggle to create a better, more just nation. Join Tyina L. Steptoe, editor of the new two-volume LOA edition of writings from the Jim Crow era, and historians Keisha N. Blain and Manisha Sinha for a conversation about courageous voices and revelatory firsthand documents that bring this crucial period to life and speak powerfully to the present. Hosted by Max RudinSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.