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100 1 _aGriffiths, Julia,
_d1811-1895
245 1 0 _aAutographs for Freedom, by Mrs. Harriet Beecher Stowe, and Thirty-five Other Eminent Writers
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2020-08-18
508 _aProduced by Richard Tonsing, hekula03, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Autographs for Freedom" by Mrs. Harriet Beecher Stowe is a collection of anti-slavery writings produced in the mid-19th century. The work includes contributions from thirty-six eminent writers and serves as a powerful testament to the abolitionist movement, aiming to shed light on the horrors of slavery and call for its abolition. This publication is likely to engage readers interested in historical social justice issues or the literary works of prominent figures in the abolitionist movement. The opening portion of "Autographs for Freedom" begins with a preface that outlines the motivations behind creating this collection, emphasizing its commitment to highlighting the profound injustices faced by slaves and advocating for emancipation. The editor, Julia Griffiths, expresses hope that this book will inspire readers and raise awareness about the moral imperative to end slavery, invoking the collective influence of notable contributors—such as Frederick Douglass and John Greenleaf Whittier—who condemn the institution and call for action. Early writings delve into subjects ranging from the personal experiences of slaves to broader philosophical discussions on freedom and duty, establishing a compelling foundation for the urgent calls to action that follow in the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAntislavery movements -- United States
653 _aSlavery -- United States
700 1 _aStowe, Harriet Beecher,
_d1811-1896
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62962
999 _c103786
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