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Book Synopsis: A Southern white writer, educator, and activist, Lillian Smith (1897–1966) spoke out all her life against injustice. In Killers of the Dream (1949), her most influential book, she draws on memories of her childhood to describe the psychological and moral cost of the powerful, contradictory rules about sin, sex, and segregation—the intricate system of taboos—that undergirded Southern society. Published to wide controversy, it became the source (acknowledged or unacknowledged) of much of our thinking about race relations and was for many a catalyst for the civil rights movement. It remains the most courageous, insightful, and eloquent critique of the pre-1960s South. "I began to see racism and its rituals of segregation as a symptom of a grave illness," Smith wrote. "When people think more of their skin color than of their souls, something has happened to them." Today, readers are rediscovering in Smith's writings a forceful analysis of the dynamics of racism, as well as her prophetic understanding of the connections between racial and sexual oppression.
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Discover the groundbreaking book that shaped the course of history, Killers of the Dream by Lillian Smith. This Southern white writer, educator, and activist fearlessly confronted injustice throughout her life. In this influential work, Smith delves into her childhood memories to expose the deep-rooted psychological and moral consequences of the taboo-ridden society of the South. With its publication in 1949, this thought-provoking book sparked intense controversy and acted as a catalyst for the civil rights movement that would follow. Even today, it remains the most audacious, perceptive, and eloquent critique of the pre-1960s South.
Smith's resonating words will sear into your soul, urging you to examine the profound illness that racism inflicts upon society. She highlights the sinister impact of individuals valuing their skin color over the depth of their own souls. Through this gripping narrative, Smith exposes the insidious web of racism, leaving no stone unturned. Readers who encounter Smith's work today are captivated by her astute analysis of racial dynamics and her prophetic foresight into the intersectionality of racial and sexual oppression.
Join the ranks of those who have rediscovered the power of Lillian Smith's writings. Gain invaluable insights into the roots of racism and the entanglement of prejudice with the fabric of society. Be prepared to have your perspectives shifted, your beliefs challenged, and your spirit awakened. Take the first step towards understanding and promoting equality. Explore the poignant pages of Killers of the Dream today and ignite the flame of change within you.
Ready to embark on this transformative journey? Order your copy of Killers of the Dream now and immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom of Lillian Smith. The future begins with awareness, and it starts with you.
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