James Barbour: A Jeffersonian Republican

by Charles D. Lowery

Biography of a Virginian who was an eminent agriculturist and outspoken social reformer who played a central role in the Missouri Compromise. He was a Jeffersonian Republican whose interpretation of republicanism differed significantly from his comtemporaries of the 19th century.

331 pages, Hardcover

First published June 30, 1984

About the author

Charles Lowery is professor emeritus of history at Mississippi State University.