Views of American Slavery: Taken a Century Ago (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432529499)

Views of American Slavery: Taken A Century Ago is a book written by Anthony Benezet that provides a historical perspective on the issue of slavery in America. The book is a compilation of essays, letters, and speeches by various individuals who lived during the 18th and 19th centuries and were actively involved in the abolitionist movement.Benezet's work sheds light on the attitudes and opinions of people who were directly impacted by slavery, including slaves, former slaves, and abolitionists. The book covers a range of topics related to slavery, including the conditions of slaves, the economic and social implications of slavery, and the morality of the practice.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of slavery. The first section provides an overview of the history of slavery in America, while the subsequent sections delve into the experiences of slaves and the efforts of abolitionists to end slavery.Overall, Views of American Slavery: Taken A Century Ago is an important historical document that provides insight into the attitudes and opinions of people who lived during a pivotal moment in American history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of slavery and its impact on American society.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: Anthony Benezet, John Wesley
ISBN-10: 1432529498
ISBN-13: 9781432529499
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/10/2007
Pages: 136
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.32d