297 results for 'John Rowning'

"John Brown's career for the last six weeks of his life was meteor-like, flashing through the darkness in which we live. I know of nothing so miraculous in our history."- Henry David Thoreau, The...

As the United States wrestles with its besetting sin-slavery-abolitionist John Brown is growing tired of talk. He takes actions that will propel the nation toward civil war and thrust three...

"They could bravely face their country's foes, but he had the courage to face his country herself, when she was in the wrong." - Henry David Thoreau, A Plea for Captain John Brown (1859)A Plea for...

One of the preeminent Black scholars of his era traces the life and bold aspirations of a man who devoted his life to opposing slavery at any cost.W.E.B. Du Bois examines John Brown as a man as well...

John Brown was a prominent Scottish physician and reformer, best known for his advocacy of better hygiene practices and his work on medical ethics. In this fascinating memoir, John Cairns provides a...

John Brown Paton: A Biography is a book written by John Lewis Paton in 1914. The book is a detailed account of the life of John Brown Paton, a Scottish missionary who spent most of his life in the...

A man investigating treason is assassinated, and the case must be solved by a “brilliant and haunted Southerner” working for the Union Army (RP Dahlke, author of the Dead Red Mysteries)...

Dr. John Brown was a key figure in the Scottish literary scene of the 19th century, and this biography offers a fascinating look at his life and work. With its detailed analysis of Brown's writings...

Memoir of John Brown (1860) is a biographical account of the life of the abolitionist and insurrectionist, John Brown. The book is written by John Cairns, a Scottish theologian and historian, who was...

The book ""Brown John's Body"" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book...

""John Brown And His Sister Isabella: Outlines"" is a historical book written by Elizabeth T. McLaren and published in 1890. The book provides an account of the life and achievements of John Brown,...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks,...

This book presents the complete dramatic works of John Crowne, one of the most important playwrights of the Restoration period. James Maidment, John Crown, and W. H. Logan offer a comprehensive...

John Brown, Mind & Memory is a special reflective experience-a daily historical journal based upon the abolitionist's letters and statements, and upon the recollections of those who knew him-a unique...

Mediumistic Experiences of John Brown: The Medium of the Rockies is a book published in 1897 that details the experiences of John Brown, a medium who claimed to have the ability to communicate with...

In this highly personal letter to his friend and colleague, John Cairns, John Brown provides supplementary information about his own work and background and his impressions of important cultural and...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks,...

John Brown Among the Quakers - and other sketches is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1894.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as...

Full Title:Trial of John BrownDescription: The Making of the Modern Law: Trials, 1600-1926 collection provides descriptions of the major trials from over 300 years, with official trial documents,...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures,...

This moving tribute to abolitionist John Brown offers a unique perspective on one of the most influential figures in American history. Through the eyes of his contemporaries, readers gain insight...

Title: The John Brown invasion : an authentic history of the Harper's Ferry tragedy, with full details of the capture, trial, and execution of the invaders, and of all the incidents connected...

Boyd B. Stutler (1889-1970) was the foremost researcher and expert on the abolitionist John Brown in the twentieth century, a legacy that still impacts scholars and researchers today. A newspaperman...

Title: The John Brown Songster.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest...

This ground-breaking book brings into focus one of the most unique and special relationships in American history-the true story of the deep bond and working relationship that existed between two of...

The Public Life of Captain John Brown - Vol. 1 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1860.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research...

""Old John Brown: The Whole Man Whose Soul Is Marching On"" by Walter Hawkins is a comprehensive biography of John Brown, a fervent abolitionist whose actions played a crucial role in the American...

This beautifully written book is a centenary memorial to the Rev John Brown Haddington, a beloved minister and family man who left a lasting legacy in his community. The book is a compilation of...

Life and Letters of Captain John Brown - who was executed at Charlestown, Virginia, Dec. 2, 1859 for an Armed attack upon American Slavery, with notices of some of his Confederates is an unchanged,...

Discover the fascinating story of John Brown, the abolitionist who fought and died for his beliefs. This gripping account chronicles Brown's daring raid on the armory at Harpers Ferry and his...

This book provides a critical account of John Brown's actions as a soldier of fortune. It analyzes his motives and tactics, and looks at how his activities contributed to the national crisis that...

This book is a concise and informative biography of John Brown, the radical abolitionist who played a key role in the events leading to the American Civil War. The book covers Brown's early life, his...

One might think that a common name such as Brown would lead to an ordinary family. That is not the case for this family. Descended from John Brown and his family, who traveled on board the Mayflower,...

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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the...

Title: The Vision of Barabbas, and other poems. [By John Joseph Brown.]Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is...

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and...

Title: In memory of John William Spencer, Earl Brownlow. [A poem.]Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of...