Eulogy Of William Jay

By Frederick Douglass

Book Overview

Eulogy of William Jay is a book written by Frederick Douglass in 1859. It is a tribute to William Jay, a prominent abolitionist, lawyer, and judge who passed away in 1858. The book consists of a eulogy delivered by Douglass at a memorial service for Jay, as well as a brief biography of Jay's life and accomplishments.In the eulogy, Douglass praises Jay for his unwavering commitment to the cause of abolition and his tireless efforts to end slavery in the United States. He also highlights Jay's contributions to the legal profession, including his role in the landmark Supreme Court case of Prigg v. Pennsylvania, which established the supremacy of federal law over state law in matters of fugitive slaves.Throughout the book, Douglass emphasizes the importance of Jay's work and the impact it had on the abolitionist movement. He also reflects on his own experiences as a former slave and the ways in which Jay's advocacy helped to shape the course of his life.Overall, Eulogy of William Jay is a powerful tribute to a remarkable man and an important historical figure. It offers a unique perspective on the abolitionist movement and the struggle for freedom and equality in America.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: 1120279135
• ISBN13: 9781120279132
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"