Narrative of Riots at Alton: In Connection With the Death of Rev. Elijah P. Lovejoy

by Edward Beecher

Beecher provides a firsthand account of the tragic events surrounding the death of abolitionist Elijah P. Lovejoy in Alton, Illinois in 1837. Drawing on his own experiences as well as interviews with others who were present, Beecher paints a vivid picture of the turmoil and violence that permeated the United States in the decades leading up to the Civil War. This book is a compelling look at an important moment in American history.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1019412887
• ISBN13: 9781019412886
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"