Report of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders

This paperback edition of the "Report of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders" is in fair condition. The cover shows noticeable wear, including creases and edge tears, but the binding remains intact. The pages are yellowed with age, typical for a publication from 1968, yet all text is legible. No dust jacket is present, and there are no inscriptions or library markings.

The "Report of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders," published by Bantam Books in New York, 1968, is a significant sociopolitical document from the late 1960s. This 21st printing of the paperback edition features a special introduction by Tom Wicker of The New York Times. The report, commonly known as the Kerner Report, investigates the causes of the 1967 race riots in the United States and provides recommendations for addressing racial inequality. It is a pivotal historical document, reflecting the turbulent social climate of its time. This edition includes 32 pages of selected photographs, offering a visual complement to the text. The book is in fair condition, with a worn cover showing visible creases and edge tears but remains intact. Despite its age and wear, it remains a crucial resource for understanding the civil rights challenges and governmental responses of the era.