Indiana: A Redemption From Slavery

By Jacob Piatt Dunn and John Patrick Dunn

Book Overview

Indiana: A Redemption From Slavery is a non-fiction book written by Jacob Piatt Dunn Jr. The book explores the history of slavery in Indiana, a state that is often overlooked in discussions of slavery in the United States. Dunn Jr. examines the ways in which slavery was introduced and abolished in Indiana, and how the state's history of slavery impacted its development and identity.The book begins with a discussion of the Native American tribes that inhabited the region before European settlement, and the ways in which they were impacted by the arrival of French and British traders. Dunn Jr. then delves into the history of slavery in Indiana, starting with the arrival of the first slaves in the late 1700s.Throughout the book, Dunn Jr. explores the various ways in which slavery affected Indiana's economy, politics, and social structure. He also examines the role that Indiana played in the larger context of the abolitionist movement in the United States.Indiana: A Redemption From Slavery is a comprehensive and well-researched work that sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of American history. It is an important read for anyone interested in the history of slavery in the United States, and the ways in which it has impacted the country's development and identity.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: 1432663666
• ISBN13: 9781432663667
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"