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The Slave States Of America V1 (1842)

The Slave States Of America V1 (1842)

Buckingham, James Silk

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20th Century United States HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral Racism & Ethnic Studies

ISBN10: 1167243080
ISBN13: 9781167243080
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 620
Weight: 1.80
Height: 1.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Slave States of America V1 is a historical book written by James Silk Buckingham in 1842. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels and experiences in the Southern United States during the mid-19th century. It offers a unique perspective on the social, economic, and political conditions of the slave states during that time. Buckingham was a British journalist and traveler who had previously written about his experiences in the Middle East and India. In this book, he offers an outsider's view of the American South and its peculiar institution of slavery. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of life in the slave states.Buckingham describes the geography and climate of the region, as well as the agricultural practices that were prevalent there. He also discusses the social hierarchy of the South, which was based on race and wealth. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of slaves, including their living conditions, work routines, and treatment by their owners.In addition to the daily lives of slaves, Buckingham also discusses the political and legal systems that supported slavery. He describes the debates over the issue of slavery and the tensions between the slave states and the free states. The book also includes descriptions of the various slave rebellions that occurred in the South during that time.Overall, The Slave States of America V1 is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the complex and often brutal world of slavery in the American South. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history, social justice, and human rights.In Two Volumes.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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