Hansford: A Tale of Bacon's Rebellion
- 362pagine
- 13 ore di lettura
St George Tucker Libri
St. George Tucker fu un giurista ed educatore che sostenne una rigorosa formazione legale, elevando significativamente gli standard accademici. La sua edizione americana annotata dei "Commentari" di Blackstone divenne una risorsa indispensabile per professionisti e studenti di legge. Tucker difese anche l'emancipazione graduale, come dimostra il suo influente opuscolo del 1796. Il suo lavoro plasmò il discorso e la pratica legale negli anni formativi degli Stati Uniti.
The Old Bachelor
- 248pagine
- 9 ore di lettura
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 This digital edition makes these significant historical documents accessible to a wider audience.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
- 112pagine
- 4 ore di lettura
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laureate of the C.U.S. It is part of a broader collection known as Sabin Americana, which showcases a rich array of historical documents spanning over 400 years, covering significant themes like exploration, the Civil War, and cultural dynamics in the Americas.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.