From Library Journal
Abolitionist Garrison was editor and publisher of a weekly newspaper for 35 years, a record that has yet to be surpassed. Beyond those meager facts, his life and contributions are either little known or considered merely a footnote to American history. Mayer wrote an earlier biography titled A Son of Thunder: Patrick Henry and the American Republic, which was published in 1986. Through Mayer's meticulous reconstruction of Garrison's life comes a picture of a complex man who never compromised his ideals. He actively sought the immediate emancipation of all slaves, accompanied by equal rights for black people. He did not countenance colonization to another country nor the gradual emancipation espoused by many; to those ends, he dedicated his entire life. As women became actively involved in the abolitionist movement, Garrison then began to demand women's suffrage. He is not commonly remembered as an American hero, but his determined actions and stalwart convictions certainly earned him such a place in our history. A remarkable workAalbeit long and detailedAthis is well worth listening to, especially with Michael Kramer's smooth and steady voice. Highly recommended for all libraries with American history collections, public and academic.AGloria Maxwell, Penn Valley Community Coll., Kansas City, MO
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From AudioFile
Although presented as a biography of William Lloyd Garrison, an implacable social critic and abolitionist, this audiobook is an excellent historical prequel to the Civil War. The vocabulary and style lull the listener back to that time, providing detail about people and events. The narrator's baritone provides just enough emphasis and understanding to make the task of taking on lots of material a pleasant one. The positive emotional experience of the book shines as it examines the beginning of Civil Rights (and all other kinds of rights) in the United States, which was, more than today, a paradox between our constitution and our practices. J.A.H. © AudioFile 2000, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine
