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  • HAMPTON AND ITS STUDENTS. by Armstrong, Mrs. M. F. and Helen W. Ludlow,
    Armstrong, Mrs. M. F. and Helen W. Ludlow,
    HAMPTON AND ITS STUDENTS.

    Edition: First edition.

    New York: Putnam, 1874. Hardcover first edition - Written by "two of its teachers." Includes "Fifty Cabin and Plantation Songs" arranged by Thomas P. Fenner. Illustrated with a four-fold engraved frontispiece, depicting several of the school's buildings as seen from the water, and many other engravings. An interesting account of the school, including a brief history of Virginia and of slavery and its aftermath in that state, and one of the earliest publications of slave music. 255 pp plus index to cabin songs.

    Condition: Near fine in original green cloth with gold lettering. (top edge slightly bumped, a bit of wear to head of spine and usual light toning to pages, but a tight, clean and very attractive copy)

    Book ID: 88764
    View cart More details Price: $125.00