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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life and times of John Brown, a polarizing figure whose 1859 raid on Harpers Ferry fanned the flames of the abolitionist movement and brought the nation closer to civil war. The author, a scholar of American history, provides a nuanced portrait of Brown, examining his motivations, tactics, and legacy. Drawing on primary sources, the book reconstructs Brown's journey from a devout Christian to a radical abolitionist and sheds light on his complex beliefs, which included a deep faith in divine providence. The author also delves into the impact of Brown's raid on the national psyche, exploring how it intensified sectional tensions, galvanized abolitionists, and contributed to the outbreak of the Civil War. Ultimately, this book offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in American history and a complex historical figure whose actions continue to resonate today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781528060622_0
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Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Oberlin Alumni Magazine, Vol. 28: February 1932Brown s is, of course, the central figure. Standing on the upper step he overtops all oth ers, calm and dignified, with the bearing of one altogether assured of t. N° de réf. du vendeur 2149108680
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