Hansford: A Tale of Bacon's Rebellion
- 362 pages
- 13 hours of reading
St George Tucker Books
St. George Tucker was a legal scholar and educator who advocated for rigorous legal training, significantly elevating academic standards. His annotated American edition of Blackstone's "Commentaries" became an indispensable resource for legal professionals and students. Tucker also championed gradual emancipation, as evidenced by his influential 1796 pamphlet. His work shaped legal discourse and practice in the formative years of the United States.
The Old Bachelor
- 248 pages
- 9 hours of reading
A Dissertation on Slavery: With a Proposal for the Gradual Abolition of It, in the State of Virginia.
- 104 pages
- 4 hours of reading
The book presents a thorough examination of slavery and proposes a gradual abolition specifically for Virginia. It is part of a series of lectures on law and police delivered at the University of William and Mary. The work is situated within the broader context of Sabin Americana, which encompasses a vast collection of historical texts related to the Americas, offering insights into societal, political, and cultural dynamics from the late 15th century to the early 20th century. This digital edition makes these significant historical documents accessible to a wider audience.
A Dissertation on Slavery
- 112 pages
- 4 hours of reading
This antiquarian book is part of Kessinger Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series, highlighting its cultural significance despite potential imperfections like marks and notations due to age. The publisher is dedicated to preserving and promoting rare literature, offering a vast selection of unique and hard-to-find titles that cater to diverse interests.
The work features the poetic endeavors of Jonathan Pindar, a cousin of Peter, who aspires to become the poet laureate of the C.U.S. It is part of a broader collection known as Sabin Americana, which showcases a rich array of historical documents spanning over 400 years, covering significant themes like exploration, the Civil War, and cultural dynamics in the Americas. This collection, now available in high-quality digital format, serves as a valuable resource for libraries and scholars, offering insights into the historical narrative of the western hemisphere.