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James Gillespie Birney: Slaveholder to Abolitionist

James Gillespie Birney: Slaveholder to Abolitionist

Fladeland, Betty

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Political ScienceGeneral Racism & Ethnic Studies

ISBN10: 1258426420
ISBN13: 9781258426422
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Jul 14 2012
Pages: 336
Weight: 1.36
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
James Gillespie Birney: Slaveholder To Abolitionist is a biography written by Betty Fladeland that tells the story of James Gillespie Birney, a man who went from being a slaveholder in the early 19th century to becoming a leading abolitionist. The book explores Birney's early life and his experiences as a slaveholder in Kentucky, as well as his gradual transformation into a staunch opponent of slavery. The author uses primary sources such as Birney's letters and speeches to provide insight into his thoughts and motivations. The book also examines Birney's involvement in politics, including his work with the American Anti-Slavery Society and his two presidential campaigns as the Liberty Party candidate. Overall, James Gillespie Birney: Slaveholder To Abolitionist offers a comprehensive look at the life of a man who played a significant role in the fight against slavery 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.

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