The Slavery Question by John Lawrence
"The Slavery Question" by John Lawrence is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book discusses the moral, political, and religious implications of American slavery, emphasizing the necessity for abolition and the urgent call for ethical consideration regarding human rights. It explores the severe injustices endured by enslaved individuals, aiming to awaken the conscience of the readers regarding the plight of three million slaves in the United States. At thestart of the text, the author presents a passionate preface outlining the deep moral crisis posed by slavery in America, condemning it as a profound iniquity that corrupts the nation and its moral fabric. He articulates the complexities of slavery, from its origins in the African slave trade to its legal and societal implications, emphasizing the denial of basic human rights and family bonds for enslaved individuals. Lawrence’s tone is both urgent and accusatory, appealing to readers' emotions and urging collective action against this unjust institution. He firmly believes that a true understanding of slavery can mobilize the moral and political power of ordinary citizens in the fight for liberation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lawrence, John, 1824-1889 |
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| Title | The Slavery Question |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by deaurider, Paul Clark and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | Slavery -- United States |
| Subject | Slavery and the church |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47050 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 177 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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