Anti-Slavery Opinions before the Year 1800 by Poole and Buchanan

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Author Poole, William Frederick, 1821-1894
Author Buchanan, George, 1763-1808
Title Anti-Slavery Opinions before the Year 1800
Read before the Cincinnati Literary Club, November 16, 1872
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Summary "Anti-Slavery Opinions before the Year 1800" by Poole and Buchanan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the sentiments and discussions around anti-slavery thought in America prior to 1800, contextualizing these views with historical references and events. The book prominently features Dr. George Buchanan's oration on the moral and political evil of slavery, highlighting early abolitionist perspectives and collective efforts against slavery in the United States. At the start of the book, the author introduces a discussion on the state of anti-slavery opinions in the late 18th century, utilizing a rare pamphlet from George Washington's library. It provides insights into the contents of Washington's collection, revealing the diverse aspects of literature available at the time, including anti-slavery sentiments. The opening also details the significance of Buchanan's oration delivered on July 4, 1791, which challenges the moral foundation of slavery in stark terms, urging immediate emancipation and highlighting the injustices faced by enslaved individuals. This discussion sets the stage for a deeper examination of early abolitionist movements and the intellectual climate surrounding the issue of slavery in America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject Antislavery movements -- United States
Subject Slavery -- United States
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EBook-No. 23956
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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