A Speech On The Subject Of Slavery (1835)

By Edmund Bellinger

Book Overview

""A Speech on the Subject of Slavery"" is a historical book written by Edmund Bellinger in 1835. The book is a transcript of a speech given by Bellinger, a South Carolina politician, in front of the state legislature. The speech focuses on the controversial issue of slavery and its impact on society.Bellinger argues that slavery is a necessary and beneficial institution for the South. He claims that slaves are better off under the care of their masters than they would be if they were free, and that slavery is necessary for the economic success of the region. He also argues that the North has no right to interfere with the South's use of slaves.The book provides a glimpse into the mindset of Southern politicians in the years leading up to the Civil War. It sheds light on the arguments used to defend slavery and the resistance to abolitionist movements. Overall, ""A Speech on the Subject of Slavery"" is an important historical document that provides insight into the complex and controversial issue of slavery in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104601133
• ISBN13: 9781104601133
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"