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Slave Insurrections In Virginia: 1830-1865 (1900)

Slave Insurrections In Virginia: 1830-1865 (1900)

Drewry, William Sidney

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Political ScienceGeneral Racism & Ethnic Studies

ISBN10: 1104656159
ISBN13: 9781104656157
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 13 2009
Pages: 280
Weight: 0.83
Height: 0.59 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Slave Insurrections In Virginia: 1830-1865 is a historical non-fiction book written by William Sidney Drewry and first published in 1900. The book provides a detailed account of the numerous slave insurrections that took place in Virginia during the period of 1830-1865. The author examines the various factors that led to these rebellions, including the harsh living conditions of slaves, the cruel treatment they faced at the hands of their owners, and the desire for freedom and equality. Drewry also explores the different methods used by slaves to resist their enslavement, such as running away, sabotage, and armed rebellion.The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the most famous slave insurrections in Virginia, including the Nat Turner rebellion of 1831, the Gabriel Prosser conspiracy of 1800, and the John Brown raid of 1859. The author provides a detailed account of the events leading up to these insurrections, the actions taken by the slaves and their leaders, and the aftermath of these rebellions.Overall, Slave Insurrections In Virginia: 1830-1865 is an important historical work that sheds light on a significant period in American history. It provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the slave rebellions that took place in Virginia during the antebellum period and highlights the struggles and resistance of enslaved people against their oppressors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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