A Discourse on the Character and Death of John Brown a Discourse on the Character and Death of John Brown: Delivered in Martinsburgh, New York, Decemb (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169455313)

""A Discourse On The Character And Death Of John Brown"" is a book written by Stephen Harris Taft. The book is a speech that was delivered by Taft in Martinsburgh, New York on December 12, 1859. The speech is about the character and death of John Brown, who was an American abolitionist who led an unsuccessful raid on the federal armory at Harpers Ferry, Virginia in 1859. The book was originally published in 1872 and provides a historical account of Brown's life and actions, as well as a reflection on his impact on the abolitionist movement. Taft's discourse is a thoughtful analysis of Brown's character and his contribution to the fight against slavery in the United States. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the abolitionist movement and the life and legacy of John Brown.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.

Author: Stephen Harris Taft
ISBN-10: 116945531X
ISBN-13: 9781169455313
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 28
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 8.50h x 11.02w x 0.25d