The Trial of Sacco and Vanzetti
A Primary Source Account
Great Trials of the Twentieth Century
This book tells the controversial story of two anarchist immigrants who were tried for robbery and murder. Using primary source documents and excerpts from court transcripts, the book provides background on Sacco and Vanzetti's association with anarchism, the trial that many believe was prejudiced against the immigrants, the verdict, the desperate, lengthy appeals process, the executions, and the trial's impact on the American dream.
* Reviews *
Series Review--"Each volume of this sensational series ...will be especially useful and interesting for high school students. Recommended."
--Library Media Connection
Series Review--
"The authors draw readers into the societal events that led up to each trial and influenced its outcome."
--School Library Journal
