About “The Free State of Jones”
The book explores the history of Jones County, Mississippi, focusing on Newt Knight and the formation of the Free State of Jones during the American Civil War, where Knight and a group of deserters and runaway slaves resisted Confederate authority. It examines the development of a mixed-race community in the region, tracing the social and familial networks that defied Jim Crow laws and maintained autonomy through the 20th century.
Book details
- Published
- 2000
- Latest edition
- 2000 · ISBN 9780715650776
- ISBN
- 9780715650776
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is The Free State of Jones?
The Free State of Jones by Victoria E. Bynum has 400 pages.