The Issue, Presented in a Series of Letters on Slavery Classic Reprint

Rufus William Bailey

ISBN 10: 042899184X / ISBN 13: 9780428991845

Published by Forgotten Books, 2019

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Issue, Presented in a Series of Letters on Slavery Classic Reprint
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 042899184X
• ISBN 13: 9780428991845
• Binding: HRD
• Condition: New
• Weight: 416 grams

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Synopsis

Public debate on slavery in letters from the South to the North

This historical collection examines the moral, political, and religious dimensions of slavery in America, revealing how early 19th‑century voices argued about emancipation, colonization, and the fate of the Union.

In these letters, readers encounter questions about what can be done, what ought to be done, and how faith informs the response. The author discusses practical paths, the limits of legislation, and the role of religious instruction, alongside critiques of opposing reform efforts. The volume shines a light on how pro‑slavery arguments interacted with abolitionist pressure, and how supporters framed duty, liberty, and public opinion.

• Key debates on gradual emancipation, colonization, and the political limits of reform
• Arguments about the influence of religious instruction on enslaved people and owners
• Contours of southern attitudes toward reformers, ministers, and public opinion
• A window into 1830s American public discourse surrounding slavery, duty, and liberty

Ideal for readers of history, religious studies, and American politics who want a window into the era’s complex conversations about slavery and society.