The Nutshell: The System of American Slavery - Hardcover

Protestant Episcopal Church

9780483283374: The Nutshell: The System of American Slavery

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ISBN 10: 0483283371 ISBN 13: 9780483283374

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

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Challenging the logic of slavery through scripture and history

This nonfiction work presents a thorough examination of the system of American slavery, arguing against its moral and legal foundations by appealing to conscience, revelation, and broad historical context. It surveys both Old and New Testament teachings and connects them to broader social, political, and religious concerns.

The text lays out a measured, scope-informed critique of slavery’s impact on families, marriage, and national life, while examining how religious institutions and public policy intersect with the issue. It also reflects on how abolitionist thought has shaped moral debate and policy, offering historical perspectives and grounded analysis for readers seeking a documented, faith-informed view.

Clear, scripture-based argument against slavery and its social consequences
Historical context on abolition, law, and politics in the United States
Discussion of interpretations of freedom, religion, and national identity
Appendices and testimonies that illuminate the debates of the era

Ideal for readers of historical religious criticism, moral philosophy, and early American political thought who want a pointed, legally grounded voice in the slavery conversation.

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