About the book
Revised and updated with new information, this Jane Adams award winner is an in-depth examination of the Emmett Till murder case, a catalyst of the Civil Rights Movement.
The kidnapping and violent murder of fourteen-year-old Emmett Till in 1955 was and is a uniquely American tragedy. Till, a black teenager from Chicago, was visiting family in a small town in Mississippi, when he allegedly whistled at a white woman. Three days later, his brutally beaten body was found floating in the Tallahatchie River.
In clear, vivid detail Chris Crowe investigates the before-and-aftermath of Till's murder, as well as the dramatic trial and speedy acquittal of his white murderers, situating both in the context of the nascent Civil Rights Movement. Newly reissued with a new chapter of additional material--including recently uncovered details about Till's accuser's testimony--this book grants eye-opening insight to the legacy of Emmett Till.
Editions of Getting Away with Murder
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780803728042
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780451478726
- EBook
- ISBN 9781101076187
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780525628354
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780525628361
Read an Excerpt
Revised and updated with new information, this Jane Adams award winner is an in-depth examination of the Emmett Till murder case, a catalyst of the Civil Rights Movement.
The kidnapping and violent murder of fourteen-year-old Emmett Till in 1955 was and is a uniquely American tragedy. Till, a black teenager from Chicago, was visiting family in a small town in Mississippi, when he allegedly whistled at a white woman. Three days later, his brutally beaten body was found floating in the Tallahatchie River.
In clear, vivid detail Chris Crowe investigates the before-and-aftermath of Till's murder, as well as the dramatic trial and speedy acquittal of his white murderers, situating both in the context of the nascent Civil Rights Movement. Newly reissued with a new chapter of additional material--including recently uncovered details about Till's accuser's testimony--this book grants eye-opening insight to the legacy of Emmett Till.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Getting Away with Murder about?
Revised and updated with new information, this Jane Adams award winner is an in-depth examination of the Emmett Till murder case, a catalyst of the Civil Rights Movement.
The kidnapping and violent murder of fourteen-year-old Emmett Till in 1955 was and is a uniquely American tragedy. Till, a black teenager from Chicago, was visiting family in a small town in Mississippi, when he allegedly whistled at a white woman. Three days later, his brutally beaten body was found floating in the Tallahatchie River.
In clear, vivid detail Chris Crowe investigates the before-and-aftermath of Till's murder, as well as the dramatic trial and speedy acquittal of his white murderers, situating both in the context of the nascent Civil Rights Movement. Newly reissued with a new chapter of additional material--including recently uncovered details about Till's accuser's testimony--this book grants eye-opening insight to the legacy of Emmett Till.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Getting Away with Murder?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the past
Where can I read a sample of Getting Away with Murder?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780803728042
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Getting Away with Murder?
Chris Crowe
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Getting Away with Murder is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780803728042) and paperback(ISBN 9780451478726) and ebook(ISBN 9781101076187) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780525628354) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780525628361)
Where can I buy Getting Away with Murder online or support local independent bookshops?
You can buy Getting Away with Murder from below
Where can I buy Getting Away with Murder?