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- Or Three Months At The South In 1854

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""A South-Side View of Slavery: Or Three Months at the South in 1854"" is a non-fiction book written by Nehemiah Adams. The book is a personal account of Adams' journey to the southern states of the United States in 1854, where he witnessed firsthand the practice of slavery. Adams, a Congregationalist minister from Boston, Massachusetts, was an abolitionist and wrote this book to share his experiences and observations with the public.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of slavery, including the treatment of slaves, their living conditions, the economics of slavery, and the attitudes of southern slave owners. Adams also writes about his interactions with both slaves and slave owners, and provides anecdotes that illustrate the harsh realities of slavery.Throughout the book, Adams is critical of the practice of slavery and argues that it is morally wrong. He also notes the hypocrisy of southern slave owners who claim to be Christian while simultaneously owning and mistreating slaves. However, Adams also acknowledges that many southerners genuinely believe that slavery is necessary for their economy and way of life.Overall, ""A South-Side View of Slavery: Or Three Months at the South in 1854"" provides a valuable historical perspective on the practice of slavery in the United States. It is a compelling and insightful read for anyone interested in the history of slavery and the abolitionist movement.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163771518
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 218
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x12 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 299 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 22. november 2024
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""A South-Side View of Slavery: Or Three Months at the South in 1854"" is a non-fiction book written by Nehemiah Adams. The book is a personal account of Adams' journey to the southern states of the United States in 1854, where he witnessed firsthand the practice of slavery. Adams, a Congregationalist minister from Boston, Massachusetts, was an abolitionist and wrote this book to share his experiences and observations with the public.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of slavery, including the treatment of slaves, their living conditions, the economics of slavery, and the attitudes of southern slave owners. Adams also writes about his interactions with both slaves and slave owners, and provides anecdotes that illustrate the harsh realities of slavery.Throughout the book, Adams is critical of the practice of slavery and argues that it is morally wrong. He also notes the hypocrisy of southern slave owners who claim to be Christian while simultaneously owning and mistreating slaves. However, Adams also acknowledges that many southerners genuinely believe that slavery is necessary for their economy and way of life.Overall, ""A South-Side View of Slavery: Or Three Months at the South in 1854"" provides a valuable historical perspective on the practice of slavery in the United States. It is a compelling and insightful read for anyone interested in the history of slavery and the abolitionist movement.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.

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