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Tufts Professor Loses Post Amid Book Controversy
11 Jul
Summary
- Kerri K. Greenidge's book "The Grimkes" is no longer available.
- Scholars accused the author of misleading readers about central details.
- Tufts University confirmed Greenidge is no longer employed.
Historian Kerri K. Greenidge has reportedly lost her professorship at Tufts University after her 2022 book, "The Grimkes," faced significant scholarly criticism. The book, which garnered awards and acclaim, is no longer available on its publisher's website.
Concerns were raised by several scholars regarding factual inaccuracies and the proper crediting of sources within "The Grimkes." Greenidge, who is Black, has stated that the scrutiny is racially motivated and that her life's work is being unfairly attacked.
Tufts University confirmed in December 2022 that it was aware of complaints about factual errors and citation issues. A subsequent peer review identified multiple errors of fact and citation, leading the university to inform the publisher. Greenidge has denied plagiarism or fabrication but acknowledged potential citation misattributions.
