Fugitive Slaves, 1619-1865 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432668631)

""Fugitive Slaves, 1619-1865"" by Marion G. McDougall is a comprehensive historical account of the experience of enslaved people who escaped from bondage in America from the early colonial period to the end of the Civil War. The book examines the various methods used by enslaved people to flee from their masters, including running away, hiding, and seeking refuge with abolitionists and sympathetic individuals. The author analyzes the impact of fugitive slaves on the institution of slavery and the political and social tensions that arose as a result of their escape. McDougall also explores the legal and cultural frameworks that enabled the capture and return of fugitive slaves, including the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850. The book draws on a range of primary sources, including slave narratives, court records, and newspaper accounts, to provide a rich and nuanced portrayal of the experiences of fugitive slaves and the complex social and political context in which they lived. Ultimately, ""Fugitive Slaves, 1619-1865"" offers a powerful and compelling account of one of the most significant and enduring struggles for freedom in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Marion G. McDougall
ISBN-10: 1432668633
ISBN-13: 9781432668631
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.54lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.37d