A Fever In The Heartland by Timothy Egan
The Ku Klux Klan's Plot to Take Over America, and the Woman Who Stopped Them
A Fever In The Heartland delves into the rise of the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s, focusing on the charismatic leader D.C. Stephenson, who expanded the group's influence across the American Heartland. The narrative explores how the Klan's ideology permeated society, gaining support from various influential figures. However, the story takes a turn when Madge Oberholtzer, a courageous woman, exposes Stephenson's brutal nature, leading to a pivotal moment that challenges the Klan's power and influence.
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- Published
- 2023
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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