Books like All God's children by Fox Butterfield
Fox Butterfield’s book follows the Bosket family over five generations, beginning with enslaved ancestors in Edgefield, South Carolina, and extending to the 20th century. Through interviews, court records, and historical context, the author examines how systemic racism and a culture of violence fostered the criminal careers of Willie Bosket and his father, both of whom were imprisoned from childhood and later convicted of murder. The narrative explores the family's complex history, the personal qualities of Willie, and the broader societal forces that perpetuate violence.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Fox Butterfield
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