Herb Karl

Herb Karl is an emeritus faculty member from the University of South Florida St. Petersburg. He is the author of a YA novel, The Toom County Mud Race that was published as an honor book by Delacorte; a version of the novel had been named earlier as a winner of the Florida Screenwriters Competition. He is also the author of a short story selected for publication in From One Experience to Another, a collection of stories written by award-winning authors sharing real-life experiences through fiction. He lives in Burnsville, North Carolina.

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The Insurrectionist ›

By Herb Karl

Price 15.99

Trade Paper

Published Feb 2017

A gripping historical novel of John Brown's fight against slavery. The Insurrectionist plunges into the heart of pre-Civil War America, exploring the life of John Brown, a militant abolitionist driven by unwavering moral conviction.

From the battlefields of Bleeding Kansas to the fateful raid on Harpers Ferry, Brown's story unfolds with meticulous detail and dramatic intensity. Witness his complex relationships with Frederick Douglass, his devoted family, and the secret network of abolitionist supporters who fueled his crusade.

Experience the era's turmoil through Brown's eyes as he grapples with the morality of violence, the cost of freedom, and the nation's descent into civil war. A powerful tale of faith, sacrifice, and the enduring legacy of one man's fight for justice. Perfect for readers interested in American history and social justice.