Toussaint Louverture: Leader of the Haitian Revolution

De: in60Learning

Narrado por: Stuart Liam McConville

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Historians consider the Haitian Revolution the most successful slave revolt in all of history. Though many fought in the rebellion, one man ensured their victory: Toussaint Louverture. With his political savvy and leadership skills, this former slave helped the inhabitants of what was then called Saint Domingue to challenge their French oppressors. This book discusses what little historians know of this complicated historical leader who switched loyalties almost with the changing of the seasons. Learn about the life of this man who died in prison while his colony was just shy of the independence they could not have achieved without him.

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All You Need to Know about the Haitian Revolution

This book was ideal for someone who knew almost nothing about Louverture or the Haitian Revolution. It provides basic facts and figures - enough to provide a good introduction and enough names and context to allow you to do more research if you need more in depth info.
Well worth your time.

A Little Known History

I had not heard of this being before listening to in60Learning's book. I found the story interesting. Once again, in60Learning proves themselves with the story of a little known historical figure. The only complaint I have with the narration was with it's editing. There were several times where the narrator repeated himself, like he forgot what he was saying or where he was at. However I did enjoy listening to Stuart Liam McConville. He has a pleasant voice and read at a nice pace. I felt I should be sitting in a classroom listening to a lecture (but in a good way).

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I never knew!

This book provided a very interesting snapshot of Haitian history. I never knew that Haiti was the site of the only successful slave rebellion and Louverture was such an important part

Intriguing character study!

I never even knew that there was a Haitian Revolution! Very interesting bit of history surrounding a complex character.

This is well organized information presented in an engaging way by a first rate narrator. What more could you want, except more of it!

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Informative

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This was a great book if you knew nothing about the topic, as it gives basic facts and information and gives you just enough to interest you in the topic as a whole. Definitely worth a listen.