Displaying 1 of 1 2014 Format: Book Author: Marrin, Albert, author. Title: A volcano beneath the snow : John Brown's war against slavery / Albert Marrin. Edition: First edition. Publisher, Date: New York [New York] : Alfred A. Knopf, [2014] ©2014 Description: 244 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm illustration map Summary: Examines the life of abolitionist John Brown and the raid he led on the United States arsenal at Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, in 1859, exploring his religious fanaticism and belief in "righteous violence,"--and committment to domestic terrorism. Contents: A house dividing -- A volcano beneath the snow -- The foulest blot: rise of the African slave trade -- An object vast in its compass -- Mighty man of valor -- Into "Africa" -- The cause he loved so much -- High noon for the Union -- Wiped out in blood -- Legacy. Notes: Includes bibliographical references (page [209]-233) and index. Subjects: Brown, John, 1800-1859 -- Juvenile literature. Abolitionists -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature. Antislavery movements -- United States -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile literature. Other Title: John Brown's war against slavery LCCN: 2012043231 ISBN: 9780307981523 * 9780307981530 * 9780385753401 Current Holds: 0 System Availability:5 (of 5) Place Request Please select and request a specific volume by clicking one of the icons in the 'Where Is It?' section below. Add to My List Expand All | Collapse All Where Is It? Large Cover Image Librarian's View Displaying 1 of 1