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Night Riders of Reelfoot Lake (Fire Ant Books),Used
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A notable and tragic case of the struggle between legal and social justiceReelfoot Lake has been a hunting and fishing paradise from the time of its creation in 1812, when the New Madrid earthquake caused the Mississippi River to flow backward into lowlying lands. Situated in the northwestern corner of the state of Tennessee, it attracted westwardmoving pioneers, enticing some to settle permanently on its shores.Threatened in 1908 with the loss of their homes and livelihoods to aggressive, outsider capitalists, rural folk whose families had lived for generations on the bountiful lake donned hoods and gowns and engaged in night riding, spreading mayhem and death throughout the region as they sought vigilante justice. They had come to regard the lake as their own, by squatters rights, but now a group of entrepreneurs from St. Louis had bought the titles to the land beneath the shallow lake and were laying legal claim to Reelfoot in its entirety. People were hanged, beaten, and threatened and property destroyed before the state militia finally quelled the uprising. A compromise that made the lake public property did not entirely heal the wounds which continue to this day.Paul Vanderwood reconstructs these harrowing events from newspapers and other accounts of the time. He also obtained personal interviews with participants and family members who earlier had remained mum, still fearing prosecution. The Journal of American History declares his book the complete and authentic treatment of the horrific dispute and its troubled aftermath.
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- Q: What is the subject of 'Night Riders of Reelfoot Lake'? A: 'Night Riders of Reelfoot Lake' discusses the historical events surrounding a struggle for justice in Tennessee's Reelfoot Lake region during the early 1900s, focusing on the conflict between local residents and outside capitalists.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Night Riders of Reelfoot Lake' is Paul Vanderwood, who conducted extensive research and interviews to reconstruct the events detailed in the book.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: 'Night Riders of Reelfoot Lake' was published on June 23, 2003.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 180 pages.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'Night Riders of Reelfoot Lake' is categorized under True Crime.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, 'Night Riders of Reelfoot Lake' is in new condition.
- Q: What are some key themes explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of legal versus social justice, community resistance, and the impact of capitalism on rural life.
- Q: Can you provide a brief overview of the historical events covered in the book? A: The book recounts the violent conflict in the early 1900s when local residents engaged in vigilante justice to protect their homes from outside investors who claimed ownership of Reelfoot Lake.
- Q: What makes this book a significant historical account? A: The book is noted for its thorough research and firsthand accounts, providing an authentic treatment of the historical dispute and its lasting effects on the community.