As the Red Scare grips America, a midwestern literature professor
becomes an unlikely hero in the struggle for freedom Professor Silas
Timberman has never been one for theatrics. A quiet American
literature professor at a mid-sized college, Timberman decides to
build a semester’s course around the democratic ideals of Mark
Twain—a subject that under normal circumstances would not arouse the
suspicions of the university administration. But as the Korean War
rages on and congressional investigations of potential Communists gain
traction, no amount of ideological nuance is safe. When Timberman is
asked to renounce his work or face the repercussions, he finds that
not only his tenure but also his very freedom is at stake. Inspired
by Fast’s own persecution at the hands of the House Un-American
Activities Committee, Silas Timberman is a gripping record of the
injustices of McCarthyism and a rousing ode to those who fought
against it. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Howard
Fast including rare photos from the author’s estate.
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ISBN
9781453234945
Publisert
2017
Utgiver
Vendor
Open Road Media
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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