Devil in the Grove: Thurgood Marshall, the Groveland Boys, and the Dawn of a New America by Gilbert King
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Summary
Devil in the Grove;is the winner of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction.
While being well aware of the injustices faced by Black individuals in the Jim Crow era, this audiobook offers a comprehensive and factual narrative that delves into the deep-seated racism prevalent in Florida. It sheds light on the brutality of law enforcement and the lack of justice, which resulted in the unjust execution of numerous Black people in the state. The narrator's performance was exceptional, skillfully capturing the dialects and voices of the individuals involved. Undoubtedly, the intelligence, bravery, and perseverance of Thurgood Marshall played a pivotal role in exposing the disgraceful nature of racism to the public eye. Additionally, the book does not shy away from depicting Marshall's personal flaws in his marriage, which adds an unbiased perspective to the story and makes the injustices within the "justice system" even more palpable.
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