“The author, who studies his subject almost altogether from the historical standpoint, has not, it is true, grasped his opportunity in all its fulness. Nor is his narrative wholly exact. But it is so vivid and forceful, and the point of view maintained is so essentially just as to carry conviction and prepare the reader for candid consideration of the ameliorative suggestions proffered in the closing chapters.”
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“Considering that the author so seriously endeavors to give an impartial treatment, to maintain a fair attitude, one regrets that he did not see fit to base his work upon a thorough investigation of the subject.” Walter L. Fleming.
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“The criticisms which may be made upon this volume are concerned largely with the proportionate attention given to different topics. Although, therefore, the volume is not a new study and brings no new facts to our notice, it deserves careful attention because of the impartial way in which the author has gathered the facts and told the story.” Carl Kelsey.
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“Is an intensely dramatic and exciting story of a negro uprising in the South. Is a work that is bound to foment racial hatred and to arouse the evil passions of both whites and blacks. Its influence cannot be other than unfortunate.” Amy C. Rich.
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“Mr. Mertins, in fact, comes very near being a real novelist. The artist has used the problem to make his drama, and has not made his drama to exploit the problem.” H. I. Brock.