eeh....: I bought this book as a "used" book and it appears as if it has never been read.
United States on Oct 06, 2022
Reader KA: David Robertson wrote a book that flowed quite smoothly and was easy to read. The writing was excellent as well. However, I was expecting something different. Denmark Vesey's life was something I wanted to learn about. This book provided me with an excellent starting point. The books centered on Vesey's life are something I plan on reading more of. There must be a book like that on the market.
I would not consider this a book about Denmark Vesey's life. The story was set against a historical backdrop. Robertson created a story that portrayed Vesey's decisions as they were shaped by events and circumstances throughout his lifetime.
"Denmark Vesey," by David Robertson, was a worthwhile read.
United States on Jun 09, 2022
Erick T: This book should be read by everyone regardless of the color of their skin, political affiliation or religious beliefs. Expertly researched and brutally honest. I had never heard of Denmark Vesey and after reading this book it is clear why he is not taught in schools. A powerful figure, who although I do not agree with the harming of any innocent person, embodies the natural human necessity of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Great read
United States on Feb 24, 2022
Arnold F.Swanberg: This book should be required reading in all high school and college American history survey classes. This accolade isn’t because this book is great literature or a tribute to writing history. It is due to the component parts of the aborted rebellion of Denmark Vesey.
First, virtually all black slaves came here without a name. Vesey was the name of his master and Denmark I think was a middle name of master Vesey.
Second, Denmark Vesey won a lottery and used that money to buy his freedom. There were apparently a number of free blacks in the antebellum South. He was not prevented from buying his freedom and also bought a house in Charleston in 1822.
The plans for his revolt included the burning of Charleston and the killing of all white men, women and children in Charleston. But the revolt wasn’t about eliminating slavery, it’s object was to take the 5000 slaves from Charleston to Haiti.
Zinn in his People’s history mentions Denmark Vesey’s plot was betrayed by another black to the white authorities but he doesn’t mention that the plantation blacks failed to show up for the uprising.
The hard and bloody work of eliminating slavery would...
United States on May 12, 2021
Marlo81: Great book to read indeed..,
United Kingdom on Jul 18, 2017
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United Kingdom on Aug 04, 2014
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| Total Reviews | 9 reviews | 990 reviews | 990 reviews |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0679762188 | 978-0306846373 | 978-0306846366 |
| Item Weight | 8.8 ounces | 10.4 ounces | 1.2 pounds |
| Paperback | 202 pages | 344 pages | |
| U.S. State & Local History | U.S. State & Local History | ||
| ISBN-10 | 0679762183 | 0306846373 | 0306846365 |
| Language | English | English | English |
| Black & African American History (Books) | Black & African American History | ||
| Publisher | Vintage; 1st edition | Hachette Books | Hachette Books; Illustrated edition |
| Discrimination & Racism | Discrimination & Racism | ||
| Best Sellers Rank | #394 in Black & African American History #856 in Discrimination & Racism#4,197 in U.S. State & Local History | #25 in Royalty Biographies#73 in Women in History#298 in Women's Biographies | #100 in Royalty Biographies#173 in Women in History#769 in Women's Biographies |
| Dimensions | 5.18 x 0.61 x 7.96 inches | 5.5 x 0.86 x 8.25 inches | 6.35 x 1.4 x 9.35 inches |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7/5 stars of 279 ratings | 4.4/5 stars of 26,108 ratings | 4.4/5 stars of 26,108 ratings |
United States on Apr 10, 2023