In "Days of Rage," bestselling author Bryan Burrough dives deep into the tumultuous 1970s, an era marked by an astonishing wave of domestic terrorism far removed from the America we know today. Through meticulous research and gripping narrative, Burrough resurrects the forgotten saga of radical underground movements — from the Weather Underground, the Symbionese Liberation Army, to the FALN and the Black Liberation Army — groups that, fueled by discontent and ideology, sought to dismantle the American establishment through a shocking campaign of bombings and violence. This was a time when the threat came not from distant enemies but from within, from "nice middle-class kids" turned revolutionaries, who smuggled bombs into the Pentagon, the Capitol, and beyond, challenging the very foundation of American society. Burrough's narrative is not just a recounting of events but a journey into the heart of darkness that defined the era. He brings to life the complex battle between these radical groups and the FBI, including the creation of the controversial Squad 47, tasked with ending the domestic terror threat. However, Squad 47's efforts would spiral into a series of mistakes and illegal acts, illustrating the blurred lines between good and evil in the struggle for America's soul. Drawing from extensive interviews with participants from both sides of the law, "Days of Rage" offers an unparalleled exploration of a period when America was at war with itself, presenting a nuanced study of the motives and morals of those involved. It’s a compelling reminder of a time when the nation's unity was severely tested by its own citizens, a narrative as riveting as it is enlightening, capturing the essence of an era that reshaped the American psyche.