A Short Sketch Of The Life And Services Of Jonathan Walker - John Greenleaf Whittier - Bog

""A Short Sketch Of The Life And Services Of Jonathan Walker: The Man With A Branded Hand"" is a biographical work by John Greenleaf Whittier. The book tells the story of Jonathan Walker, a white abolitionist who was branded with the letters ""SS"" (for ""slave stealer"") on his hand for helping slaves escape to freedom in the mid-19th century. The book discusses Walker's life, including his childhood, his experiences as a sailor, and his involvement in the abolitionist movement. It also explores the political and social context of the time, including the debates over slavery and the Underground Railroad. The book is a tribute to Walker's bravery and commitment to the cause of freedom, and serves as an important historical document of the fight against slavery in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as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.