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The Life Of Toussaint L'Ouverture

- The Negro Patriot Of Hayti

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The Life Of Toussaint L�������Ouverture: The Negro Patriot Of Hayti is a biography written by John R. Beard. The book tells the story of Toussaint L�������Ouverture, a former slave who became a leader in the Haitian Revolution and helped to establish the first black-led republic in the world.The book begins by providing some background information on the history of Haiti and its colonial past, before delving into the life of Toussaint L�������Ouverture. The author describes Toussaint�������s early life as a slave on a plantation in Saint-Domingue (now Haiti), his education, and his eventual rise to become a military leader in the Haitian Revolution.The book covers in detail Toussaint�������s military campaigns, including his victories over the British and Spanish armies, and his eventual defeat of the French forces. It also explores his political leadership, including his efforts to establish a stable government in Haiti and his negotiations with other world powers.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes Toussaint�������s commitment to the cause of Haitian independence and his dedication to the rights of his fellow black citizens. The book also sheds light on the complex political and social dynamics of the time, including the role of slavery, colonialism, and race relations.Overall, The Life Of Toussaint L�������Ouverture: The Negro Patriot Of Hayti is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a fascinating insight into the life and legacy of one of the most important figures in Haitian history.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163106501
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 350
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x19 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 467 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 17. december 2024
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The Life Of Toussaint L�������Ouverture: The Negro Patriot Of Hayti is a biography written by John R. Beard. The book tells the story of Toussaint L�������Ouverture, a former slave who became a leader in the Haitian Revolution and helped to establish the first black-led republic in the world.The book begins by providing some background information on the history of Haiti and its colonial past, before delving into the life of Toussaint L�������Ouverture. The author describes Toussaint�������s early life as a slave on a plantation in Saint-Domingue (now Haiti), his education, and his eventual rise to become a military leader in the Haitian Revolution.The book covers in detail Toussaint�������s military campaigns, including his victories over the British and Spanish armies, and his eventual defeat of the French forces. It also explores his political leadership, including his efforts to establish a stable government in Haiti and his negotiations with other world powers.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes Toussaint�������s commitment to the cause of Haitian independence and his dedication to the rights of his fellow black citizens. The book also sheds light on the complex political and social dynamics of the time, including the role of slavery, colonialism, and race relations.Overall, The Life Of Toussaint L�������Ouverture: The Negro Patriot Of Hayti is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a fascinating insight into the life and legacy of one of the most important figures in Haitian history.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.

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