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FiftyEight Lonely Men: Southern Federal Judges and School Desegregation (Illini Book),Used
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Originally published in 1961, this still timely book illustrates the role of the judiciary in the solution of a social and political problem. It is unequaled in its description of the plight of federal judges who are charged with carrying out the decisions of the Supreme Court against segregation but who are under constant pressuresocial, political, and personalto speak for the white South. Some have been ostracized by their communities as traitors; others have joined their state legislatures and local school boards in developing elaborate delay strategy to circumvent the Supreme Court's decisions. In his introduction to the first edition former Senator Paul H. Douglas wrote: ". . . a clear and comprehensive account of the legal struggles in the federal courts over segregation and desegregation in the public schools of the nation. It gets behind the newspaper headlines and gives a playbyplay account. . . . This book is indeed full proof of the delays and difficulties of the law and the pressures of local public opinion."
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Fifty-Eight Lonely Men'? A: The book explores the role of federal judges in enforcing Supreme Court decisions on school desegregation, highlighting the social and political pressures they faced.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Fifty-Eight Lonely Men'? A: The author is J.W. Peltason.
- Q: When was 'Fifty-Eight Lonely Men' originally published? A: It was originally published in 1961.
- Q: What is the edition of the book? A: This is the second edition, published on April 1, 1971.
- Q: How many pages does 'Fifty-Eight Lonely Men' have? A: The book has 296 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback.
- Q: Is there any specific historical context addressed in the book? A: Yes, it addresses the historical context of school desegregation and the legal struggles faced by federal judges.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide? A: The book offers a detailed account of the legal battles over segregation in public schools, beyond just media headlines.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in legal history? A: Yes, it is highly suitable for readers interested in legal history, particularly regarding civil rights and school desegregation.
- Q: Does the book include personal accounts from judges? A: Yes, it provides insights into the experiences and challenges faced by federal judges during the desegregation process.