The book "Lynch Law: A Study of the History of Lynching in the United States" by James Elbert Cutler is the first serious scientific study of the problem of racial violence in the United States. The author dives deep into the history of lynching, revealing the roots of this horrific practice, its socio-cultural dimensions and consequences for American society. In his book, Cutler demonstrates how lynching became an important component of racial discrimination and a systemic form of maintaining white supremacy over the black population. It explores various aspects of lynching, from its legal status to the psychological mechanisms underlying this brutal form of violence. "Lynch Law" is a must-read for those interested in the history of race relations in the United States and who want to better understand the tragic events that accompanied American society in the past centuries. The author offers a deep understanding of the past, based on facts and analysis, which makes this book an important contribution to modern historical scholarship.