The Abolitionists by John F. Hume

"The Abolitionists" by John F. Hume is a historical account written during the early 20th century. The work is focused on the Abolitionist movement in America from 1830 to 1864, highlighting the struggles and sacrifices of both well-known and lesser-known figures who fought for human rights and the abolition of slavery. The opening of this book introduces the author's intentions in writing about the Abolitionists, revealing that it began as a magazine article and evolved into a more comprehensive narrative interwoven with personal memories and historical context. Hume reflects on the views of prominent figures like Theodore Roosevelt regarding the contributions and effectiveness of the Abolitionists, aiming to vindicate their efforts against prevalent political and societal prejudices. He sets the stage for a detailed examination of the individuals involved in the movement, their motivations, and the obstacles they faced, promising a narrative that recognizes the crucial role they played in shaping the discourse on slavery in America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Hume, John F. (John Ferguson), 1830-
Title The Abolitionists
Together With Personal Memories Of The Struggle For Human Rights, 1830-1864
Credits Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Victoria Woosley and PG Distributed
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject Antislavery movements -- United States
Subject Abolitionists -- United States
Category Text
eBook-No. 13176
Release Date
Last Update Oct 28, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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