Albion W. Tourgee

By Roy Floyd Dibble

Book Overview

The book ""Albion W. Tourgee"" by Roy F. Dibble is a biography of the American author, lawyer, and Civil War veteran Albion Winegar Tourgee. Tourgee was a prominent figure in the late 19th century, known for his advocacy of civil rights and his work as a judge in North Carolina during the Reconstruction era.The book provides a comprehensive overview of Tourgee's life, from his childhood in Ohio to his experiences fighting for the Union during the Civil War. It also explores his career as a lawyer, writer, and activist, including his involvement in the Plessy v. Ferguson case, which challenged racial segregation in the United States.Dibble's biography draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Tourgee's own writings, to provide a nuanced and detailed portrait of this important historical figure. The book is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in American history, civil rights, or the life and work of Albion W. Tourgee.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163710415
• ISBN13: 9781163710418
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"