American Slavery as It is (eBook)

Theodore Dwight Weld (Autor)

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2022
501 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739398-6 (EAN)

Infos

In 'American Slavery as It is,' Theodore Dwight Weld provides readers with a detailed and unflinching account of the realities of slavery in America during the 19th century. Published in 1839, the book is written in a persuasive and engaging style, utilizing factual evidence and eyewitness accounts to expose the brutality and inhumanity of the institution of slavery. Weld's literary style is both captivating and informative, making this book a powerful tool in the abolitionist movement. The work is considered one of the most influential anti-slavery publications of its time, sparking important conversations about the morality of owning human beings. The context of the book is crucial as it was published during a period of growing tensions over the issue of slavery, leading up to the Civil War. Theodore Dwight Weld, a prominent abolitionist and social reformer, was deeply committed to the cause of ending slavery. His personal experiences and dedication to social justice motivated him to write 'American Slavery as It is' as a call to action for the abolitionist movement. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the history of slavery in America and the impact of abolitionist literature.

Autor

Theodore Dwight Weld (1803–1895) was a prominent American abolitionist and social reformer, celebrated for his fervent advocacy against slavery during the 19th century. Weld was instrumental in the American abolitionist movement, often remembered for his rigorous approach to antislavery activism and his exceptional oratory skills that he honed as a member of the American Anti-Slavery Society. His seminal work, 'American Slavery as It Is: Testimony of a Thousand Witnesses,' co-authored with his wife Angelina Grimke Weld and her sister Sarah Grimke, stands as a touchstone in antislavery literature. Published in 1839, the book offered a harrowing, detailed account of slavery in the Southern United States, collating true stories and personal narratives of the enslaved to present a damning indictment of the institution. This work was a crucial precursor to Harriet Beecher Stowe's 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' and had considerable influence in shaping Northern public opinion against the barbarism of slavery. Weld's literary style was characterized by its raw, unflinching delivery of the brutal realities of slave life, exposing the systemic cruelty endemic to the institution. Through powerful storytelling and factual reporting, Weld's writings galvanized many to the abolitionist cause, contributing significantly to the eventual abolition of slavery in the United States. His lasting impact on American social reform and his profound contribution to antislavery literature mark him as a key figure in the country's history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Schlagworte: 19th century slavery • abolitionist literature • abolitionist movement • abolitionist writings • American History • American reformers • Antebellum America • antebellum era • Australia • Bill O'Reilly • chernow • civil rights literature • Classic • Description and travel • historical non-fiction • historical testimonies • Humanitarian activism • Inhumanities documentation • Moral urgency • Muller’s Report • slave narratives • Slavery narratives • social justice history • social justice movements • Theodore Dwight Weld