Rage in the Streets

Jules Archer was one of the most respected names in nonfiction for young people. During his lifetime he published more than seventy books, which have been translated into twelve languages throughout the world. He lived in Scotts Valley, California, until his death in 2008.Kathleen Krull left her career as an editor in 1984 to turn to writing, most recently the Women Who Broke the Rules series. Her more than sixty books have garnered starred reviews and awards, and the Children's Book Guild of Washington, DC, honored her with its Nonfiction Award for her body of work that "has contributed significantly to the quality of nonfiction for children." She lives in San Diego, California.

"The nature of various sparks to violence—religious, governmental, prejudicial—suggests that we Americans can be a miserable lot. Archer dedicates the book to his granddaughters, who might, if we’re lucky, benefit from the remedies he proposes."—Kirkus Reviews"A subject not routinely covered in books for young people receives some timely, close-up attention by a respected chronicler of modern history and politics."—Booklist"Clear, concise, and will hold readers' interest. In addition, it will be a valuable supplement to history and sociology curriculums."—School Library Journal"A good beginning for students researching mob violence in America."—The Book Report"Well researched and includes historical and contemporary causes and contexts of riots and mob action."—Social Education"Absorbing history....this is an honest look at how easily violence may erupt and a crowd turn deadly."—Journal of Reading