The Story Of Bacon's Rebellion (1907)

The Story of Bacon's Rebellion is a historical account written by Mary Newton Stanard in 1907. The book narrates the events of Bacon's Rebellion, which took place in Virginia in 1676. The rebellion was led by Nathaniel Bacon, a wealthy planter who felt that the colonial government was not doing enough to protect the settlers from Native American attacks.The book provides a detailed description of the political and social climate of Virginia during the late 17th century, and how Bacon's Rebellion was a culmination of various factors such as economic struggles, political corruption, and tensions between the settlers and the Native Americans.Stanard's account is based on primary sources such as colonial records, letters, and diaries, and provides an in-depth analysis of the rebellion and its aftermath. The author also delves into the personalities of the key players involved in the rebellion, such as Nathaniel Bacon and Governor William Berkeley.The Story of Bacon's Rebellion is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial America, particularly the early years of Virginia's settlement. The book provides a unique perspective on the rebellion and sheds light on the complex social and political dynamics of the time.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.