The Cross and the Lynching Tree by James H. Cone

The Cross and the Lynching Tree

James H. Cone

202 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

nonfiction history race religion emotional informative fast-paced

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The cross and the lynching tree are the two most emotionally charged symbols in the history of the African American community. In this powerful new work, theologian James H. Cone explores these symbols and their interconnection in the history and ...

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challenging 80%
informative 78%
reflective 66%
emotional 50%
dark 42%
inspiring 38%
sad 35%
hopeful 26%
tense 11%

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fast 14%

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