Dessalines, A Dramatic Tale: A Single Chapter From Haiti's History (1893)

ISBN: 1436905559

Author: Easton, William Edgar

Condition: New

""Dessalines, A Dramatic Tale: A Single Chapter From Haiti???????s History"" is a historical novel written by William Edgar Easton and first published in 1893. The book tells the story of Jean-Jacques Dessalines, a former slave who became a military leader during the Haitian Revolution and eventually became the first ruler of independent Haiti. The novel is set during the early 19th century and follows Dessalines' rise to power, his struggles to maintain control of the newly independent nation, and his eventual downfall. The book provides a vivid portrayal of the political and social upheaval that characterized Haiti during this period, and offers a unique perspective on the country's history. Overall, ""Dessalines, A Dramatic Tale"" is a gripping and insightful work of historical fiction that sheds light on an important chapter in Haitian history.Also Contains The Oration Of Hon. Frederick Douglass.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.