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Publisher
Farrar, Straus & Giroux
ISBN-10
0809024373
ISBN-13
9780809024377
eBay Product ID (ePID)
21062272571
Product Key Features
Book Title
Nat Turner, Black Prophet : a Visionary History
Number of Pages
352 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2024
Topic
Slavery, United States / 19th Century, Americas (North, Central, South, West Indies)
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Yes
Genre
Social Science, History
Format
Hardcover
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Item Height
1.1 in
Item Weight
17.6 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
6.4 in
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LCCN
2024-006647
Dewey Edition
23
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"A masterwork of historical research, thinking, and writing, Nat Turner, Black Prophet is a remarkable and compelling effort to deepen our understanding of one of America's most important and enigmatic figures--one that places Nat Turner's prophetic vision at the center of this story. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the complex currents of American slavery and the nineteenth century more broadly--a stunning achievement for Anthony Kaye and Gregory Downs alike." --Steven Hahn, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Nation Under Our Feet and Illiberal America "With crisp and energetic prose, Anthony E. Kaye and Gregory P. Downs reveal how the greatest slave revolt in American history was wrought of divine inspiration and pursued with Biblical violence. Far from modern sensibilities of either time or justice, Nat Turner's famous rebellion rose from ancient ideas of prophecy. A marvelous excavation, this book will long stand as an outstanding exercise in the capturing of a historical consciousness." --Jefferson Cowie, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Freedom's Dominion: A Saga of White Resistance to Federal Power "A short blurb cannot do justice to this stunning book. It is the most challenging attempt to take seriously a self-proclaimed prophet and agent of Divine retribution I have read since Abraham Joshua Heschel's classic The Prophets . It should be read not only by academic historians, political scientists, sociologists, lawyers, and theologians, but also by anyone who appreciates a gripping narrative of a key moment in American history." --Sanford Levinson, professor at the University of Texas Law School and author of Written in Stone: Public Monuments in Changing Societies "A vivid and erudite reconstruction of Nat Turner as a biblical warrior, framing his thoughts and actions in a distinct Black Christian evangelical tradition. A remarkably compelling piece of scholarship, which provides a fresh perspective on the 1831 revolt." --Sudhir Hazareesingh, lecturer in politics at Balliol College, Oxford and author of Black Spartacus: The Epic Life of Toussaint Louverture "An unfinished historical project of the late Anthony E. Kaye has been brought to an impressive conclusion by Gregory P. Downs. Deep research into the life and times of Nat Turner leads to the book's conclusion that he grounded his life in a distinct strain of Black Methodism that enabled the enslaved Virginian to regard himself as an ancient Hebrew prophet who, after intense internal struggle, determined to exterminate the enemies of the Lord as had Israelite armies of old. In the book's convincing words, 'Nat's language of religion does not serve to communicate the real story; it is the real story." --Mark Noll, professor of history emeritus at the University of Notre Dame and author of America's Book, "A masterwork of historical research, thinking, and writing, Nat Turner, Black Prophet is a remarkable and compelling effort to deepen our understanding of one of America's most important and enigmatic figures--one that places Nat Turner's prophetic vision at the center of this story. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the complex currents of American slavery and the nineteenth century more broadly--a stunning achievement for Anthony Kaye and Gregory Downs alike." --Steven Hahn, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Nation Under Our Feet and Illiberal America "With crisp and energetic prose, Anthony E. Kaye and Gregory P. Downs reveal how the greatest slave revolt in American history was wrought of divine inspiration and pursued with Biblical violence. Far from modern sensibilities of either time or justice, Nat Turner's famous rebellion rose from ancient ideas of prophecy. A marvelous excavation, this book will long stand as an outstanding exercise in the capturing of a historical consciousness." --Jefferson Cowie, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Freedom's Dominion: A Saga of White Resistance to Federal Power "A short blurb cannot do justice to this stunning book. It is the most challenging attempt to take seriously a self-proclaimed prophet and agent of Divine retribution I have read since Abraham Joshua Heschel's classic The Prophets . It should be read not only by academic historians, political scientists, sociologists, lawyers, and theologians, but also by anyone who appreciates a gripping narrative of a key moment in American history." --Sanford Levinson, professor at the University of Texas Law School and author of Written in Stone: Public Monuments in Changing Societies "A vivid and erudite reconstruction of Nat Turner as a biblical warrior, framing his thoughts and actions in a distinct Black Christian evangelical tradition. A remarkably compelling piece of scholarship, which provides a fresh perspective on the 1831 revolt." --Sudhir Hazareesingh, author of Black Spartacus: The Epic Life of Toussaint Louverture "An unfinished historical project of the late Anthony E. Kaye has been brought to an impressive conclusion by Gregory P. Downs. Deep research into the life and times of Nat Turner leads to the book's conclusion that he grounded his life in a distinct strain of Black Methodism that enabled the enslaved Virginian to regard himself as an ancient Hebrew prophet who, after intense internal struggle, determined to exterminate the enemies of the Lord as had Israelite armies of old. In the authors' convincing words, 'Nat's language of religion does not serve to communicate the real story; it is the real story." --Mark Noll, professor of history emeritus at the University of Notre Dame and author of America's Book, "A masterwork of historical research, thinking, and writing, Nat Turner, Black Prophet is a remarkable and compelling effort to deepen our understanding of one of America's most important and enigmatic figures--one that places Nat Turner's prophetic vision at the center of this story. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the complex currents of American slavery and the nineteenth century more broadly--a stunning achievement for Anthony Kaye and Gregory Downs alike." --Steven Hahn, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Nation Under Our Feet and Illiberal America "With crisp and energetic prose, Anthony E. Kaye and Gregory P. Downs reveal how the greatest slave revolt in American history was wrought of divine inspiration and pursued with Biblical violence. Far from modern sensibilities of either time or justice, Nat Turner's famous rebellion rose from ancient ideas of prophecy. A marvelous excavation, this book will long stand as an outstanding exercise in the capturing of a historical consciousness." --Jefferson Cowie, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Freedom's Dominion: A Saga of White Resistance to Federal Power "Anthony E. Kaye's Nat Turner, Black Prophet (beautifully rendered by Gregory P. Downs) fills in longstanding gaps in Turner interpretation regarding his theological vision. This book is sure to gain a hearing with both historians and religious scholars. Dr. Kaye left us too soon, but he left us with an interpretation of Nat Turner that will edify generations of scholars and students." --Willie James Jennings, professor at Yale Divinity School and author of The Christian Imagination and After Whiteness "A short blurb cannot do justice to this stunning book. It is the most challenging attempt to take seriously a self-proclaimed prophet and agent of Divine retribution I have read since Abraham Joshua Heschel's classic The Prophets . It should be read not only by academic historians, political scientists, sociologists, lawyers, and theologians, but also by anyone who appreciates a gripping narrative of a key moment in American history." --Sanford Levinson, professor at the University of Texas Law School and author of Written in Stone: Public Monuments in Changing Societies "A vivid and erudite reconstruction of Nat Turner as a biblical warrior, framing his thoughts and actions in a distinct Black Christian evangelical tradition. A remarkably compelling piece of scholarship, which provides a fresh perspective on the 1831 revolt." --Sudhir Hazareesingh, lecturer in politics at Balliol College, Oxford and author of Black Spartacus: The Epic Life of Toussaint Louverture "An unfinished historical project of the late Anthony E. Kaye has been brought to an impressive conclusion by Gregory P. Downs. Deep research into the life and times of Nat Turner leads to the book's conclusion that he grounded his life in a distinct strain of Black Methodism that enabled the enslaved Virginian to regard himself as an ancient Hebrew prophet who, after intense internal struggle, determined to exterminate the enemies of the Lord as had Israelite armies of old. In the book's convincing words, 'Nat's language of religion does not serve to communicate the real story; it is the real story." --Mark Noll, professor of history emeritus at the University of Notre Dame and author of America's Book, "A masterwork of historical research, thinking, and writing, Nat Turner, Black Prophet is a remarkable and compelling effort to deepen our understanding of one of America''s most important and enigmatic figures--one that places Nat Turner''s prophetic vision at the center of this story. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the complex currents of American slavery and the nineteenth century more broadly--a stunning achievement for Anthony Kaye and Gregory Downs alike." --Steven Hahn, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Nation Under Our Feet and Illiberal America "With crisp and energetic prose, Anthony E. Kaye and Gregory P. Downs reveal how the greatest slave revolt in American history was wrought of divine inspiration and pursued with Biblical violence. Far from modern sensibilities of either time or justice, Nat Turner''s famous rebellion rose from ancient ideas of prophecy. A marvelous excavation, this book will long stand as an outstanding exercise in the capturing of a historical consciousness." --Jefferson Cowie, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Freedom''s Dominion: A Saga of White Resistance to Federal Power "In this brilliant work, Anthony E. Kaye and Gregory P. Downs offer a dazzling religious and intellectual history that takes seriously the mind of Nat Turner, one that is unlike anything written before. More than a reassessment of America''s most famous slave revolt, it is a groundbreaking examination of the inner lives of enslaved people via the religious journey of a gifted but captive man who was no less rational than any of the world''s great freedom fighters." --William Sturkey, associate professor of history at the University of Pennsylvania and author of The Ballad of Roy Benavidez "Anthony E. Kaye''s Nat Turner, Black Prophet (beautifully rendered by Gregory P. Downs) fills in longstanding gaps in Turner interpretation regarding his theological vision. This book is sure to gain a hearing with both historians and religious scholars. Dr. Kaye left us too soon, but he left us with an interpretation of Nat Turner that will edify generations of scholars and students." --Willie James Jennings, professor at Yale Divinity School and author of The Christian Imagination and After Whiteness "A short blurb cannot do justice to this stunning book. It is the most challenging attempt to take seriously a self-proclaimed prophet and agent of Divine retribution I have read since Abraham Joshua Heschel''s classic The Prophets . It should be read not only by academic historians, political scientists, sociologists, lawyers, and theologians, but also by anyone who appreciates a gripping narrative of a key moment in American history." --Sanford Levinson, professor at the University of Texas Law School and author of Written in Stone: Public Monuments in Changing Societies "A vivid and erudite reconstruction of Nat Turner as a biblical warrior, framing his thoughts and actions in a distinct Black Christian evangelical tradition. A remarkably compelling piece of scholarship, which provides a fresh perspective on the 1831 revolt." --Sudhir Hazareesingh, lecturer in politics at Balliol College, Oxford and author of Black Spartacus: The Epic Life of Toussaint Louverture "An unfinished historical project of the late Anthony E. Kaye has been brought to an impressive conclusion by Gregory P. Downs. Deep research into the life and times of Nat Turner leads to the book''s conclusion that he grounded his life in a distinct strain of Black Methodism that enabled the enslaved Virginian to regard himself as an ancient Hebrew prophet who, after intense internal struggle, determined to exterminate the enemies of the Lord as had Israelite armies of old. In the book''s convincing words, ''Nat''s language of religion does not serve to communicate the real story; it is the real story." --Mark Noll, professor of history emeritus at the University of Notre Dame and author of America''s Book, "A masterwork of historical research, thinking, and writing, Nat Turner, Black Prophet is a remarkable and compelling effort to deepen our understanding of one of America's most important and enigmatic figures--one that places Nat Turner's prophetic vision at the center of this story. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the complex currents of American slavery and the nineteenth century more broadly--a stunning achievement for Anthony Kaye and Gregory Downs alike." --Steven Hahn, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Nation Under Our Feet and Illiberal America "With crisp and energetic prose, Anthony E. Kaye and Gregory P. Downs reveal how the greatest slave revolt in American history was wrought of divine inspiration and pursued with Biblical violence. Far from modern sensibilities of either time or justice, Nat Turner's famous rebellion rose from ancient ideas of prophecy. A marvelous excavation, this book will long stand as an outstanding exercise in the capturing of a historical consciousness." --Jefferson Cowie, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Freedom's Dominion: A Saga of White Resistance to Federal Power "A short blurb cannot do justice to this stunning book. It is the most challenging attempt to take seriously a self-proclaimed prophet and agent of Divine retribution I have read since Abraham Joshua Heschel's classic The Prophets . It should be read not only by academic historians, political scientists, sociologists, lawyers, and theologians, but also by anyone who appreciates a gripping narrative of a key moment in American history." --Sanford Levinson, professor at the University of Texas Law School and author of Written in Stone: Public Monuments in Changing Societies "An unfinished historical project of the late Anthony E. Kaye has been brought to an impressive conclusion by Gregory P. Downs. Deep research into the life and times of Nat Turner leads to the book's conclusion that he grounded his life in a distinct strain of Black Methodism that enabled the enslaved Virginian to regard himself as an ancient Hebrew prophet who, after intense internal struggle, determined to exterminate the enemies of the Lord as had Israelite armies of old. In the authors' convincing words, 'Nat's language of religion does not serve to communicate the real story; it is the real story." --Mark Noll, professor of history emeritus at the University of Notre Dame and author of America's Book, "A masterwork of historical research, thinking, and writing, Nat Turner, Black Prophet is a remarkable and compelling effort to deepen our understanding of one of America's most important and enigmatic figures--one that places Nat Turner's prophetic vision at the center of this story. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the complex currents of American slavery and the nineteenth century more broadly--a stunning achievement for Anthony Kaye and Gregory Downs alike." --Steven Hahn, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Nation Under Our Feet and Illiberal America "With crisp and energetic prose, Anthony E. Kaye and Gregory P. Downs reveal how the greatest slave revolt in American history was wrought of divine inspiration and pursued with Biblical violence. Far from modern sensibilities of either time or justice, Nat Turner's famous rebellion rose from ancient ideas of prophecy. A marvelous excavation, this book will long stand as an outstanding exercise in the capturing of a historical consciousness." --Jefferson Cowie, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Freedom's Dominion: A Saga of White Resistance to Federal Power "An unfinished historical project of the late Anthony E. Kaye has been brought to an impressive conclusion by Gregory P. Downs. Deep research into the life and times of Nat Turner leads to the book's conclusion that he grounded his life in a distinct strain of Black Methodism that enabled the enslaved Virginian to regard himself as an ancient Hebrew prophet who, after intense internal struggle, determined to exterminate the enemies of the Lord as had Israelite armies of old. In the authors' convincing words, 'Nat's language of religion does not serve to communicate the real story; it is the real story." --Mark Noll, professor of history emeritus at the University of Notre Dame and author of America's Book, An unfinished historical project of the late Anthony E. Kaye has been brought to an impressive conclusion by Gregory P. Downs. Deep research into the life and times of Nat Turner leads to the book's conclusion that he grounded his life in a distinct strain of Black Methodism that enabled the enslaved Virginian to regard himself as an ancient Hebrew prophet who, after intense internal struggle, determined to exterminate the enemies of the Lord as had Israelite armies of old. In the authors' convincing words, 'Nat's language of religion does not serve to communicate the real story; it is the real story.' --Mark Noll, professor of history emeritus at the University of Notre Dame and author of America's Book|9780809024377|
Dewey Decimal
975.555203092
Synopsis
"Stellar . . . Spectacular . . . [A] heartfelt, painstaking account." --Nell Irvin Painter, The Washington Post "An extraordinary collaboration . . . A profound achievement . . . Downs is a superb, even lyrical writer." --David W. Blight, Los Angeles Times A Times Literary Supplement Book of the Year One of Literary Hub 's 50 Best Nonfiction Books of the Year A bold reinterpretation of the causes and legacy of Nat Turner's rebellion--and the new definitive account. In August 1831, a group of enslaved people in Southampton County, Virginia, rose up to fight for their freedom. They attacked the plantations on which their enslavers lived and attempted to march on the county seat of Jerusalem, from which they planned to launch an uprising across the South. After the rebellion was suppressed, well over a hundred people, Black and white, lay dead or were hanged. As news of the revolt spread, it became apparent that it was the idea of a single man: Nat Turner. An enslaved preacher, he was as enigmatic as he was brilliant. He was also something more--a prophet, one who claimed to have received visions from the Spirit urging him to act. Nat Turner, Black Prophet is the fullest recounting to date of Turner's uprising, and the first that refuses to tame or overlook his divine visions. Instead, it takes those visions seriously, tracing their emergence from the world of nineteenth-century Methodism, with its revivals, camp meetings, interracial churches, and Black preachers. The rebellion and its aftermath would hasten the end of this world, as Southern states further restricted the personal freedoms of the enslaved, even as the ongoing threat of revolt shaped the country's politics. With this work of narrative history, the late historian Anthony E. Kaye and his collaborator Gregory P. Downs have given us a new understanding of one of the nineteenth century's most decisive events.
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F232.S7K39 2024
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