In the Matter of Color

Race and the American Legal Process. The Colonial Period

Häftad, Engelska, 1980

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Beskrivning

Focusing on the actions and attitudes of the courts, legislatures, and public servants in six colonies, Judge Higginbotham shows ways in which the law has contributed to injustices suffered by Black Americans

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:1980-05-29
Mått:140 x 216 x 32 mm
Vikt:450 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:536
Förlag:Oxford University Press Inc
ISBN:9780195027457

Utforska kategorier

Socialhistoria och kulturhistoria inom Historia och arkeologi
Slaveri inom Historia och arkeologi
Rättsvetenskap inom Juridik

Recensioner i media

"Chronicles in unrelenting detail the role of the law in the enslavement and subjugation of black Americans during the colonial period. No attempt to summarize the colonial experience could convey the rich and comprehensive detail which is the major strength of Judge Higginbotham's work."--Harvard Law Review"A definitive study of racism, slavery, and the law in early America."--American Historical Review"Founded on comprehensive research, thoroughly documented, and well-written, In the Matter of Color is a contribution of the first importance to the study of racial issues in America, invaluable alike to students of American history, law, or society."--History