Haymarket : A Novel

Rating:
Summary: Extremely Well Researched. High Praise for Martin Duberman.
Review: A short review from a big fan of this book: For a great many years I have been troubled by what I feel is the shameful public neglect and lack of knowledge of the Haymarket Martyrs, especially with regards to the courageous and inspiring lives Lucy and Albert Parsons.

As a Texan Socialist from the Galveston area where Albert Parsons had worked prior to the Civil War, I had independently researched as much as I possibly could on the lives of these two noble individuals gathering what little I could on my own. To my great delight, historian Martin Duberman, has now brought us the tale of Albert and Lucy, telling their story as it should have always been told.

I understand that there is currently a move to designate a park within Chicago in honor of Lucy Parsons. What a wonderful tribute that would be to such a great woman.

If you are looking to read a book that is rooted in its facts, that spotlights heroic men and women who have suffered far too long in obscurity, then by all means, please treat yourself to one of the best stories you will read all year. Martin Duberman deserves the gratitude of every working-class American for rescuing the memories of dear Lucy and Albert for all of us.

Rating:
Summary: Extremely Well Researched. High Praise for Martin Duberman.
Review: A short review from a big fan of this book: For a great many years I have been troubled by what I feel is the shameful public neglect and lack of knowledge of the Haymarket Martyrs, especially with regards to the courageous and inspiring lives Lucy and Albert Parsons.

As a Texan Socialist from the Galveston area where Albert Parsons had worked prior to the Civil War, I had independently researched as much as I possibly could on the lives of these two noble individuals gathering what little I could on my own. To my great delight, historian Martin Duberman, has now brought us the tale of Albert and Lucy, telling their story as it should have always been told.

I understand that there is currently a move to designate a park within Chicago in honor of Lucy Parsons. What a wonderful tribute that would be to such a great woman.

If you are looking to read a book that is rooted in its facts, that spotlights heroic men and women who have suffered far too long in obscurity, then by all means, please treat yourself to one of the best stories you will read all year. Martin Duberman deserves the gratitude of every working-class American for rescuing the memories of dear Lucy and Albert for all of us.

Rating:
Summary: national heroes
Review: This book puts a true and beautiful face to the Haymarket Martyrs. I found myself brought to tears on several occasions. It's extremely interesting to watch the travels these people undertook and the comaradery they desplayed in spite of all the odds. It gives appreciation to the eight-hour day and the working conditions we grumble over. This should be taught in our schools. Albert Parsons and August Spies are national heroes and this book reminds us of that.

Rating:
Summary: national heroes
Review: This book puts a true and beautiful face to the Haymarket Martyrs. I found myself brought to tears on several occasions. It's extremely interesting to watch the travels these people undertook and the comaradery they desplayed in spite of all the odds. It gives appreciation to the eight-hour day and the working conditions we grumble over. This should be taught in our schools. Albert Parsons and August Spies are national heroes and this book reminds us of that.