Dessalines, A Dramatic Tale - William Edgar Easton - Bog

""Dessalines, A Dramatic Tale: A Single Chapter From Haiti's History"" is a historical book written by William Edgar Easton and published in 1893. The book tells the story of Jean-Jacques Dessalines, a former slave who rose to become one of the most important figures in Haiti's struggle for independence from France. The book is divided into several chapters and focuses primarily on Dessalines' life and achievements. It explores his early years as a slave, his involvement in the Haitian Revolution, and his eventual rise to power as the first ruler of an independent Haiti. The author uses a dramatic narrative style to bring the story to life, weaving together historical facts and fictionalized accounts of events. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the political and social landscape of Haiti during this time period. Overall, ""Dessalines, A Dramatic Tale"" provides a fascinating look into one of the most important moments in Haiti's history and the life of one of its most significant figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Haitian history, the Haitian Revolution, or the struggle for freedom and independence in the Caribbean.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.