A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan | A Gripping History of the Ku Klux Klan in America

A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan tells the disturbing story of the rise of the Ku Klux Klan in the United States during the 1920s.

Drawing on historical research, Egan examines how the organization gained influence across parts of America and how political, social, and cultural conditions helped fuel its growth. The book also explores the individuals and communities who resisted the movement.

Through compelling historical storytelling, Egan reveals how extremism can gain influence and why understanding the past remains important.

### Why Read A Fever in the Heartland?

– Learn about American history in the 1920s
– Understand the rise of the Ku Klux Klan
– Explore political and social movements
– Discover stories of resistance
– Understand the dangers of extremism
– Explore a lesser-known period of U.S. history