The Martyr-Crisis: A Poem (1861)

The Martyr-Crisis: A Poem (1861) is a literary work by American author Benjamin Franklin Burnham. The book is a poetic account of the events leading up to the American Civil War, particularly the John Brown raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859. The poem is divided into five parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the crisis. The first part introduces the theme of martyrdom and the idea that the conflict is a struggle between good and evil. The second part describes the raid on Harpers Ferry and the subsequent trial and execution of John Brown. The third part focuses on the political climate of the time and the tensions between the North and South. The fourth part discusses the role of religion in the conflict and the idea that the war is a divine punishment for the sins of the nation. The final part is a call to action for the reader to join the cause of the Union and fight for freedom and justice. The Martyr-Crisis: A Poem is a powerful work of literature that captures the spirit of the times and provides insight into the complex issues that led to the Civil War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.