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Lillian Smith discusses reactions to her books and writings

DURATION: 00:12:06

Synopsis

Lillian Smith explores the responses she received from her books that address racial prejudice and discrimination, especially in the south.

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Duration
12 minutes, 6 seconds

Topics

African American History & Culture American History & Politics Civil Rights Feminism, Women, Women's Studies Race Relations

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Smith, Lillian Eugenia Strange Fruit (Smith, Lillian) Killers of the Dream (Smith, Lillian)

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