A Pastoral Letter on the Religious Instruction of the Slaves (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781022130012)

In this thought-provoking letter, Nathaniel Bowen makes a passionate argument for the religious instruction of slaves in the antebellum South. Drawing on scripture and his own experiences as a slaveowner, Bowen challenges the prevailing belief that slaves are morally inferior and argues that they deserve spiritual guidance and education. This letter is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American slavery and the role of religion in slave communities.

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