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Ku-Klux

Book • 2015

Elaine Frantz Parsons

Elaine Frantz Parsons' 'Ku-Klux' offers a detailed exploration of the Ku Klux Klan's origins and its role in shaping American history.

The book examines the Klan's use of cultural elements like costumes and performances to convey its message and influence societal perceptions.

Parsons also delves into the Klan's impact on identity politics and racial dynamics in the post-Civil War South.

Mentioned by

Devin Thomas O’Shea

Whitney Phillips

Brion McClanahan

Mentioned in 2 episodes

Mentioned by

Robert Evans

when discussing the absurdity of right-wing street violence and the KKK's tactics.

The History of American Police and the Ku Klux Klan

Mentioned by

Devin Thomas O’Shea

as Elaine Parsons's book describing the early Ku Klux Klan and its origins.

Charivari & the History of the KKK feat Devin O’Shea (E27)

Recommended by

Whitney Phillips

for its insights into historical parallels between media coverage of the Klan and the alt-right.

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Mentioned by

Brion McClanahan

to challenge Chris Mowery’s claim that the book presents the Ku Klux Klan as a Northern creation.

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