John Brown: The Making Of A Martyr

""John Brown: The Making Of A Martyr"" by Robert Penn Warren is a biography of the infamous abolitionist John Brown. The book explores Brown's life, from his early years as a farmer and businessman to his radicalization as an abolitionist and his ultimately failed raid on Harpers Ferry. Warren delves into Brown's motivations and beliefs, examining the religious and moral convictions that drove him to take extreme actions in the fight against slavery. The book also provides a broader historical context, examining the political and social climate of the time and the impact of Brown's actions on the course of American history. Through a careful analysis of primary sources and a nuanced portrayal of Brown's character, Warren offers a comprehensive and thought-provoking look at one of the most controversial figures in American history.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: Robert Penn Warren
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Published: 05/31/2011
Pages: 496
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.97lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.25d
ISBN: 9781258029333

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