Stephen Palfrey Webb’s ‘A Sketch of the Causes, Operations and Results of the San Francisco Vigilance Committee of 1856’ offers a detailed examination of the Vigilance Committee formed during a tumultuous period in San Francisco’s history. Webb’s writing style is both analytical and descriptive, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of the committee’s activities and their impact on the city. This book is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the vigilante justice prevalent in 19th-century America. Webb’s meticulous research and narrative skills make this work a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of law enforcement and social order in frontier communities. The author’s first-hand knowledge and access to primary sources give the book an authoritative perspective on the subject. I highly recommend ‘A Sketch of the Causes, Operations and Results of the San Francisco Vigilance Committee of 1856’ to readers seeking a deeper understanding of vigilante movements and their role in shaping American society.
语言 英语 ● 格式 EPUB ● 网页 125 ● ISBN 4064066092993 ● 文件大小 0.7 MB ● 出版者 Good Press ● 市 Prague ● 国家 CZ ● 发布时间 2020 ● 下载 24 个月 ● 货币 EUR ● ID 7503392 ● 复制保护 社会DRM