Publisher's Synopsis
The Southampton Insurrection is a historical book written by William Sidney Drewry in 1900. The book covers the events that led to the Southampton Insurrection, also known as Nat Turner's Rebellion, which occurred in Virginia in 1831. The author provides a detailed account of the rebellion, including the motivations of Nat Turner and his followers, the planning and execution of the uprising, and its aftermath. The book also explores the social and political context of the time, including the institution of slavery and the tensions between whites and blacks in the South. Drewry's work is considered an important historical document, as it provides a firsthand account of one of the most significant slave uprisings in American history. The Southampton Insurrection is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of slavery and race relations in the United States.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.
