1831: Year of Eclipse by Louis P. Masur (English) Paperback Book

Description: 1831 by Louis P. Masur, University Louis P. Masur 1776, 1861, 1929. Any high-school student should know what these years meant to American history. But wars and economic disasters are not our only pivotal events, and other years have, in a quieter way, swayed the course of our nation. 1831 was one of them, and in this striking new work, Louis Masur shows us exactly how.The year began with a solar eclipse, for many an omen of mighty changes — and for once, such predictions held true. Nat Turner's rebellion soon followed, then ever-more violent congressional arguments over slavery and tarrifs. Religious revivalism swept the North, and important observers (including Tocqueville) traveled the land, forming the opinions that would shape the world's view of America for generations to come. New technologies, meanwhile, were dramatically changing Americans' relationship with the land, and Andrew Jackson's harsh policies toward the Cherokee erased most Indians' last hopes of autonomy. As Masur's analysis makes clear, by 1831 it was becoming all too certain that political rancor, the struggle over slavery, the pursuit of individualism, and technological development might eclipse the glorious potential of the early republic—and lead the nation to secession and civil war. This is an innovative and challenging interpretation of a key moment in antibellum America. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description 1776, 1861, 1929. Any high-school student should know what these years meant to American history. But wars and economic disasters are not our only pivotal events, and other years have, in a quieter way, swayed the course of our nation. 1831 was one of them, and in this striking new work, Louis Masur shows us exactly how. The year began with a solar eclipse, for many an omen of mighty changes -- and for once, such predictions held true. Nat Turners rebellion soon followed, then ever-more violent congressional arguments over slavery and tarrifs. Religious revivalism swept the North, and important observers (including Tocqueville) traveled the land, forming the opinions that would shape the worlds view of America for generations to come. New technologies, meanwhile, were dramatically changing Americans relationship with the land, and Andrew Jacksons harsh policies toward the Cherokee erased most Indians last hopes of autonomy. As Masurs analysis makes clear, by 1831 it was becoming all too certain that political rancor, the struggle over slavery, the pursuit of individualism, and technological development might eclipse the glorious potential of the early republic--and lead the nation to secession and civil war. This is an innovative and challenging interpretation of a key moment in antibellum America. Author Biography Louis Masur, a professor of history at the City University of New York and the editor of Reviews in American History, is the author of Rites of Execution: Capital Punishment and the Transformation of American Culture, 1776-1865 Review "It was the year of Nat Turners slave rebellion, of the launching of Garrisons Liberator, of Tocquevilles visit to the United States, of Cyrus McCormicks invention of the mechanical reaper, and of many other pivotal events. Annus mirabilis, 1831 became the hinge of fate for the future of America, both good and ill. Louis Masur has captured the flavor of this crucial year in this captivating book." --James M. McPherson "Louis Masur has set himself up in a propitious perch astride the end of republican America and the ascendance of that messier thing called democracy. It is as if Alexis de Tocqueville returned and, with all the advantages of historical hindsight, rewrote his classic account of modern Americas birth." --Joseph J. Ellis "Not since Bernard De Votos Year of Decision, 1846, published almost sixty years ago, have we had such a creative, well-intergrated work about a pivotal and defining moment in the nations history. 1831 is filled with fresh and little-known information skillfully woven into a more familiar and highly meaningful narrative." --Michael Kammen Review Quote Not since Bernard De Votos Year of Decision, 1846 , published almost sixty years ago, have we had such a creative, well-intergrated work about a pivotal and defining moment in the nations history. 1831 is filled with fresh and little-known information skillfully woven into a more familiar and highly meaningful narrative. Excerpt from Book 1831 ECLIPSE Details ISBN0809041197 Author University Louis P. Masur Short Title 1831 Pages 272 Language English ISBN-10 0809041197 ISBN-13 9780809041190 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 973.5 Year 2002 Residence NJ, US Affiliation City College of the City University of NY Subtitle Year of Eclipse DOI 10.1604/9780809041190 UK Release Date 2002-02-09 Publication Date 2002-02-09 Illustrations Illustrations Audience General Publisher Hill & Wang Imprint Hill & Wang We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137279228;

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