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The biographical work titled "William Lloyd Garrison" was authored by Archibald Henry Grimké. This scholarly biography offers a thorough examination of the life and notable achievements of William Lloyd Garrison, a famous figure in American history known for his activism in the abolitionist movement and efforts towards social reform. Garrison, a passionate proponent of the abolitionist movement, exerted significant influence throughout the antebellum era through his adept utilization of written discourse to condemn the practice of slavery and fight for the advancement of racial egalitarianism. Grimké's biographical account extensively explores Garrison's formative years, initial involvement in activism, and his pivotal position as the editor of "The Liberator," a notable periodical dedicated to the abolitionist cause. In the book, Grimké effectively portrays Garrison's resolute dedication to the abolitionist cause, his active involvement in pivotal abolitionist organizations, and his significant impact on the development of the American abolitionist movement. This biography sheds light on Garrison's unwavering commitment to nonviolent resistance and moral persuasion, as well as his collaborative efforts with other notable abolitionists. The scholarly contribution of Archibald Henry Grimké encompasses a comprehensive portrayal of Garrison's life, accompanied by valuable perspectives on the wider socio-political milieu of the 19th century.

"The Negro and the elective franchise" from Archibald Henry Grimké. American lawyer, intellectual, journalist, diplomat and community leader (1849-1930).

William Lloyd Garrison was born in Newburyport, Massachusetts, December 10, 1805. Forty years before, Daniel Palmer, his great-grandfather, emigrated from Massachusetts and settled with three sons and a daughter on the St. John River, in Nova Scotia. The daughter's name was Mary, and it was she who was to be the future grandmother of our hero. One of the neighbors of Daniel Palmer was Joseph Garrison, who was probably an Englishman.

The Negro And The Elective Franchise is a historical book written by Archibald Henry Grimke in 1905. The book explores the history of the United States' electoral system and the exclusion of African Americans from voting. Grimke analyzes the legal and social barriers that prevented African Americans from exercising their right to vote, including discriminatory laws and practices such as poll taxes, literacy tests, and violence. The book also discusses the efforts of African American activists and organizations to fight for their right to vote, including the work of Frederick Douglass and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Grimke's book provides a comprehensive and thought-provoking analysis of the struggle for African American suffrage in the United States.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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Archibald Grimke (1849-1930) was an American lawyer, politician and black civil rights activist. He was the son of a white plantation owner and a slave, and was born a slave himself. Aided by his father's abolitionist sisters, he graduated from Lincoln University, and in 1874 attended Harvard Law School. He then practised as a barrister in Boston, campaigning for black civil rights and writing many essays and articles concerning black history. This volume, first published in 1891, contains Grimke's biography of the prominent American abolitionist and social reformer William Lloyd Garrison (1805-1879). Grimke discusses Garrison's considerable influence in the campaign for immediate emancipation, providing details on his early life and his position as editor of the leading abolitionist newspaper The Liberator. This sympathetic biography provides valuable insights into Garrison's life and his standing among contemporary civil rights campaigners in the years after emancipation.