Horace Mann's Letters On The Extension Of Slavery Into California And New Mexico: And On The Duty Of Congress To Provide The Trial By Jury For Alleged

By Horace Mann

Book Overview

Horace Mann's Letters On The Extension Of Slavery Into California And New Mexico: And On The Duty Of Congress To Provide The Trial By Jury For Alleged Fugitive Slaves is a book written by Horace Mann in 1850. The book is a collection of letters written by Mann to various individuals and organizations, discussing the issue of slavery in the United States, particularly in California and New Mexico. Mann argues against the extension of slavery into these territories, citing the negative effects it would have on the economy, society, and political stability of the country.In addition, Mann discusses the duty of Congress to provide a trial by jury for alleged fugitive slaves, arguing that the current system of returning slaves to their owners without a fair trial is a violation of the principles of justice and human rights. Mann's letters are a powerful critique of the institution of slavery and a call to action for Congress to take a stand against it.Overall, Horace Mann's Letters On The Extension Of Slavery Into California And New Mexico: And On The Duty Of Congress To Provide The Trial By Jury For Alleged Fugitive Slaves is an important historical document that sheds light on the debates and controversies surrounding slavery in the mid-19th century United States. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, 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: 1163877735
• ISBN13: 9781163877739
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"