Colonial Slavery: Letters To William Huskisson (1824)

By John Ashton Yates

Book Overview

Colonial Slavery: Letters to William Huskisson (1824) is a historical book written by John Ashton Yates. The book is a collection of letters written to William Huskisson, a British politician who served as the President of the Board of Trade and Plantations from 1823 to 1827. The letters provide a detailed account of the conditions of slavery in the British colonies during the early 19th century.Yates was a British abolitionist who was deeply concerned about the plight of the enslaved people in the colonies. In his letters to Huskisson, he discusses the inhumane treatment of slaves, the brutal working conditions they were subjected to, and the economic implications of the slave trade on Britain and its colonies.The book offers a unique perspective on the abolitionist movement and the struggle to end slavery in the British Empire. It provides insight into the debates and discussions that took place among politicians, activists, and ordinary citizens during this pivotal period in history.Overall, Colonial Slavery: Letters to William Huskisson (1824) is an important historical document that sheds light on the dark legacy of slavery and the efforts to end it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of slavery, abolitionism, and social justice.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: 1165897172
• ISBN13: 9781165897179
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"