Narrative Of Riots At Alton: In Connection With The Death Of Reverend Elijah P. Lovejoy

by Edward Beecher

""Narrative of Riots at In Connection with the Death of Reverend Elijah P. Lovejoy (1838)"" is a historical account written by Edward Beecher. The book details the events leading up to the death of Reverend Elijah P. Lovejoy, a prominent abolitionist and newspaper editor, in Alton, Illinois in 1837. Lovejoy's outspoken views on slavery and his publication of anti-slavery articles in his newspaper, The Observer, had made him a target of pro-slavery mobs in the area. The book describes the violent riots that erupted in Alton, as well as the efforts of Lovejoy and his supporters to defend themselves and their beliefs. Beecher's narrative offers a vivid and detailed portrait of the social and political tensions of the time, and sheds light on the struggle for abolition and civil rights in 19th century America.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.

Genres: History

164 pages, Hardcover

First published August 1, 1970

About the author

Lyman Beecher fathered Catharine Esther Beecher, Edward Beecher, a noted clergyman and educator for abolitionist views and writings, Henry Ward Beecher, and Harriet Elizabeth Beecher Stowe.

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Reviews

[Jean · Rating 3 out of 5]

A very interesting read. However, I found it interesting that there was no mention of the abolitionist purpose (the abolition of slavery) in the book. Slavery, the enslaved and the enslavers rarely figured here. I was struck by this passage from Lovejoy:

“Sir, I dare not flee away from Alton…No, sir, the contest has commenced here; and here it must be finished. Before God and you all, I here pledge myself to continue it, if need be, till death. If I fall, my grave shall be made in Alton” (Pg 56).

[S. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Found this e-book on Barnes & Noble instead:
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/narr...
(The Amazon link went to a blank page with a picture of a dog.)

[Ebook Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book, the e-book version can be found at:
https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/narr...