A Key to Uncle Tom's Cabin: Documents on Slavery (eBook)

Harriet Beecher Stowe (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2020
576 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
406-406639664-0 (EAN)

Infos

In 'A Key to Uncle Tom's Cabin: Documents on Slavery,' Harriet Beecher Stowe provides readers with a wealth of historical documents and primary sources that influenced her seminal work, 'Uncle Tom's Cabin.' Stowe utilizes these documents to provide a deeper understanding of the institution of slavery in America, shedding light on the real-life experiences that inspired her fictional narrative. The book is written in a scholarly and analytical style, making it an invaluable resource for those interested in the literary and historical context of 'Uncle Tom's Cabin.' Stowe's meticulous research and attention to detail make this book essential for anyone seeking a comprehensive exploration of the themes and motives behind her famous novel. As an influential abolitionist and writer, Harriet Beecher Stowe was deeply committed to exposing the horrors of slavery and advocating for social change. Her firsthand experiences with former slaves and her dedication to the anti-slavery movement fueled her passion for writing 'A Key to Uncle Tom's Cabin.' Stowe's personal beliefs and convictions are evident throughout the book, highlighting her unwavering commitment to ending the brutal practice of slavery in America. I highly recommend 'A Key to Uncle Tom's Cabin: Documents on Slavery' to readers interested in delving into the historical and literary significance of 'Uncle Tom's Cabin.' Stowe's meticulous research and insightful analysis provide a comprehensive look at the realities of slavery in America, offering readers a deeper appreciation for the lasting impact of her groundbreaking work.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 17.12.2020
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Neuzeit (bis 1918)
• Schlagworte: 1850s America • abolitionist literature • Alone at Dawn • American History • anti-slavery movement • enslaved characters • extreme ownership • Frederick Douglass • Harriet Beecher Stowe • historical accuracy • human rights advocacy • John Brown • military history • sapiens • slave narratives • Slavery Documents • The Splendid and the Vile • The Spy and the Traitor • William Lloyd Garrison