Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Raid of John Brown at Harpers Ferry As I Saw It"" was written by Samuel Vanderlip Leech and was published in 1909. The book provides a detailed account of the famous raid led by abolitionist John Brown on the federal armory at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, in 1859. Leech was a young man at the time of the raid and was present in the town during the attack. He witnessed the events firsthand and provides a vivid and personal account of what happened during those fateful days. The book includes descriptions of the raid itself, the capture of Brown and his men, and the subsequent trial and execution of Brown. Leech also provides insights into the political and social climate of the time, including the tensions between the North and South over the issue of slavery. Overall, ""The Raid of John Brown at Harpers Ferry As I Saw It"" is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on one of the most significant events leading up to the American Civil War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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.
