The Life, Travels, And Opinions Of Benjamin Lundy: Including His Journeys To Texas And Mexico (1847) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165111589)

The Life, Travels, And Opinions Of Benjamin Lundy: Including His Journeys To Texas And Mexico is a book written by Benjamin Lundy in 1847. The book is a memoir of Lundy's life, his travels, and his opinions on various topics. Benjamin Lundy was an American abolitionist who dedicated his life to the cause of ending slavery. He was born in 1789 in New Jersey and grew up in a Quaker family. As a young man, he became involved in the anti-slavery movement and founded his own newspaper, The Genius of Universal Emancipation, which he used to spread his message of abolitionism.The book chronicles Lundy's travels throughout the United States, as he worked to build support for the anti-slavery movement. He also traveled to Texas and Mexico, where he hoped to establish a colony of free African Americans. Along the way, he encountered many challenges and obstacles, including threats to his life and physical attacks.In addition to his travels, the book also includes Lundy's opinions on various topics related to slavery and abolitionism. He discusses the economic and moral arguments against slavery, as well as the role of religion in the movement.Overall, The Life, Travels, And Opinions Of Benjamin Lundy: Including His Journeys To Texas And Mexico provides a fascinating look at the life of one of America's most prominent abolitionists. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the anti-slavery movement and the fight for civil rights in America.With A Sketch Of Contemporary Events, And A Notice Of The Revolution In Hayti. Compiled Under The Direction And On Behalf Of His Children.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: Benjamin Lundy,Thomas Earle
ISBN-10: 1165111586
ISBN-13: 9781165111589
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d