The Road From Monticello: A Study Of The Virginia Slavery Debate Of 1832 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164476238)

The Road From Monticello: A Study Of The Virginia Slavery Debate Of 1832 is a book written by Joseph Clarke Robert. The book is a detailed analysis of the slavery debate that took place in Virginia in 1832. The author examines the arguments put forth by both sides of the debate and provides an in-depth analysis of the historical, political, and economic factors that shaped the views of the participants.The book begins by providing a brief overview of the history of slavery in Virginia and the United States. The author then delves into the events leading up to the 1832 debate, including the Nat Turner rebellion and the growing abolitionist movement in the North. The author also explores the political climate in Virginia at the time, including the influence of Thomas Jefferson and his views on slavery.The heart of the book is a detailed analysis of the arguments put forth by both sides of the slavery debate. The author examines the economic, moral, and legal arguments made by both the pro-slavery and anti-slavery factions. He also explores the role of religion in the debate and the impact of the debate on the wider political landscape of the United States.Throughout the book, the author provides a nuanced and balanced perspective on the slavery debate. He acknowledges the complexity of the issue and the fact that there were no easy solutions. The book is well-researched and provides a wealth of information for anyone interested in the history of slavery in the United States.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: Joseph Clarke Robert
ISBN-10: 1164476238
ISBN-13: 9781164476238
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 136
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d