Nat Turner and the Rising in Southampton County

Provides an in-depth historical account of Nat Turner's rebellion, offering a meticulously researched exploration of the event and its context. It highlights Turner's personal journey, including his early religious experiences and perceived divine inspirations, and details the planning and execution of the uprising, from the formation of an inner circle to the specific attacks on local households. The text also examines the aftermath of the rebellion, discussing the violent suppression and white reaction, the subsequent inquiries, and the controversial creation of "The Confessions of Nat Turner" by Thomas R. Gray. Furthermore, it offers detailed insights into the socioeconomic landscape of Southampton County, Virginia, scrutinizing the interconnected families of slaveholders, the inheritance practices, and the lives of both enslaved and free Black individuals, revealing the complex web of relationships and motivations surrounding this pivotal historical event.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/book_shelterGet the Book now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Nat-Turner-Rising-Southampton-County/dp/1421414791?&linkCode=ll1&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=2a47baa04fa1d1bfb2d7a5c291112d7a&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlProduced by:https://www.podcaistudio.com/

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