A Discourse On the Subject of American Slavery: Delivered in the First Congregation Meeting House, in Mendon, Mass., July 4, 1837

By Adin Ballou

Book Overview

In "A Discourse On the Subject of American Slavery," Adin Ballou delivers a powerful and impassioned speech against the institution of slavery. Delivered on July 4, 1837, in Mendon, Massachusetts, this discourse combines religious conviction with patriotic fervor to argue for the immediate abolition of slavery. Ballou's oration is a significant historical document, reflecting the moral and social debates of the time.

Ballou's eloquent prose and compelling arguments make this discourse a valuable resource for understanding the abolitionist movement and the complex history of slavery in the United States. The text provides insight into the moral and ethical considerations that drove the anti-slavery cause and offers a glimpse into the social and intellectual climate of the 19th century. "A Discourse On the Subject of American Slavery" remains a testament to the enduring struggle for human rights and equality.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1141056356
• ISBN13: 9781141056354
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"