Ida B. Wells-Barnett Books

Ida B. Wells-Barnett was an African-American journalist and activist who dedicated herself to documenting lynching in the United States. Through her writings, she exposed how lynching was often used to control and punish Black individuals, frequently under the guise of rape accusations. She was also a fervent advocate for women's rights and suffrage, establishing several notable women's organizations. Wells was recognized as a skilled and persuasive rhetorician, undertaking international lecture tours to spread her message.