The Emancipation Proclamation (eBook)

A Turning Point in American History: The Power of Emancipation

Abraham Lincoln (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2020
101 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406610650-8 (EAN)

Infos

Abraham Lincoln's 'The Emancipation Proclamation' is a groundbreaking document that forever altered the course of American history. Published in 1863 during the Civil War, this proclamation declared all enslaved individuals in Confederate territory to be free. Lincoln's writing style in this document is eloquent and persuasive, displaying his deep commitment to the principles of freedom and equality. The Emancipation Proclamation is a seminal piece of literature that marked a turning point in the fight against slavery, setting the stage for the eventual abolition of slavery in the United States. Its historical significance cannot be overstated, making it a must-read for anyone interested in American history and civil rights. Abraham Lincoln's profound understanding of the moral imperative to end slavery is evident in every word of this powerful document, making it a timeless and poignant piece of literature that continues to resonate with readers today.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.3.2020
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Schlagworte: 1861-1865 • Abraham Lincoln • African American History • American History • Civil War • Emancipation • Emancipation Proclamation • historical documents • Lincoln • President • presidential documents • presidential speeches • Slavery • United States • united states politics