The Rendition Of Anthony Burns, Its Causes And Consequence; The Crisis Of Freedom: Sermons (1854)

By Samuel Johnson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, James Freeman Clarke

Book Overview

""The Rendition of Anthony Burns, Its Causes and Consequence; The Crisis of Freedom: Sermons (1854)"" is a book written by James Freeman Clarke. The book is a collection of sermons that were delivered by Clarke during the height of the slavery crisis in the United States. The book focuses on the story of Anthony Burns, a fugitive slave who was captured in Boston and returned to his owner in Virginia. Clarke uses the story of Burns to explore the causes and consequences of the slavery crisis, and to argue for the abolition of slavery. The book is an important historical document, providing insight into the debates and tensions surrounding slavery in the mid-19th century. It is also a powerful work of moral and political philosophy, offering a passionate defense of freedom and human dignity. Overall, ""The Rendition of Anthony Burns, Its Causes and Consequence; The Crisis of Freedom: Sermons (1854)"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of slavery and the struggle for freedom 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: 1164828800
• ISBN13: 9781164828808
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 70 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"