The Fugitive Slave Law And Its Victims (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163261590)

""The Fugitive Slave Law And Its Victims"" by Samuel May is a historical account of the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850 and its impact on the lives of enslaved individuals seeking freedom. The book details the legal and political context surrounding the law, which required citizens to assist in the capture and return of runaway slaves. May describes the experiences of those who were captured and returned to slavery, as well as the efforts of abolitionists and free black communities to resist the law and aid fugitives. The book also explores the broader social and economic implications of the law, including its role in the lead-up to the Civil War. Through a combination of historical research and personal anecdotes, ""The Fugitive Slave Law And Its Victims"" provides a comprehensive look at one of the most controversial pieces of legislation 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: Samuel May
ISBN-10: 1163261599
ISBN-13: 9781163261590
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 170
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.36d