The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier, Volume VII, Complete by Whittier
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"The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier, Volume VII, Complete" by Whittier is a collection of essays and writings that delve into the pressing social issues of the early 19th century, particularly focusing on the conflict with slavery, politics, and reform. Written during a time when abolitionist sentiments were gaining momentum, this volume reveals the moral and ethical dilemmas surrounding slavery in America, reflecting the growing tensions leading up to the Civil War.
The opening of this volume presents a compelling argument against the institution of slavery, primarily through the essay titled "Justice and Expediency." Whittier highlights the moral failures of society to address and rectify the injustices of slavery, criticizing the notion of passive sympathy without action. He passionately argues that mere acknowledgment of slavery as evil is insufficient when no tangible efforts are made toward abolition. By drawing on religious and philosophical principles, he implores readers to consider the moral implications of slavery, urging for immediate abolition rather than gradual reforms. The opening sets the stage for a profound exploration of human rights, justice, and the responsibility of individuals and society at large to fight against oppression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Whittier, John Greenleaf, 1807-1892 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier, Volume VII, Complete The Conflict with Slavery, Politics and Reform, the Inner Life, and Criticism |
| Note | Includes eBooks 9594-9598. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 50.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government |
| Subject | Literature -- History and criticism |
| Subject | Antislavery movements -- United States |
| Subject | Slavery -- United States |
| Subject | American literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 9599 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-09599-8 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Nov 12, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 746 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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