Tragedy on Trial: The Story of the Infamous Emmett Till Murder Trial

Ron Collins' new book Tragedy on Trial reveals as never before the entire and shocking story of the 1955 trial of Emmett Till's murderers. Based on extensive research, and accompanied by photos of the trial, the brisk narrative brings the story alive, revealing all its manipulations of justice.

The ALCU is sponsoring these two upcoming events
The LWVDE, along with others, is co-sponsoring Part 2.

Part 1

Thurs, Feb 15 @ 7 p.m. | Trabant University Center Theater
This event will be a panel discussion with the author, moderator, and local community panelists, including Fleur McKendell (Central Delaware NAACP), Ivan Henderson (Delaware Historical Society & Mitchell Center for African American Heritage), and Cornelius Berry (Ezion-Mount Carmel UMC). Copies of the book will be sold by the University of Delaware Bookstore.

For additional information and registration due to seating, go to: Part 1 registration is posted on LWVDE Calendar Events

Part 2

Wed, March 13 @ 5 p.m. | Lewes Public Library
This event will be a 1:1 conversation between the author and moderator. There is a Zoom option available for virtual attendance.
Copies of the book will be sold by Browseabout Books.

The ALCU (along with others, including the LWVDE) is sponsoring this event.

For additional information and registration for in-person or via ZOOM: Part 2 registration is posted on LWVDE Calendar Events