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100	1		_aWhittier, John Greenleaf, _d1807-1892
245	1	0	_aAnti-Slavery Poems 3. : _bPart 3 From Volume III of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-12-01
508			_aThis eBook was produced by David Widger
520			_a"Anti-Slavery Poems 3" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a collection of poems written during the mid-19th century, reflecting the socio-political climate surrounding the abolition of slavery in the United States. Whittier, a prominent American poet and advocate for social reform, channels his deep moral indignation against the institution of slavery and the injustices that accompany it. Through his verses, he emphasizes themes of freedom, human dignity, and the moral urgency of reform during this critical period in American history. The poems in this collection serve as a passionate call to action against the dark realities of slavery while invoking a vision of justice and humanity. Whittier uses vivid imagery and powerful rhetoric to capture tragic events such as the Fugitive Slave Act's implications, the pain of families torn apart, and the resistance movements rising in the North and Kansas Territory. Each poem addresses different facets of the struggle against slavery, evoking heartfelt sympathy for the enslaved and rallying support for the abolitionist cause. As a testament to his unwavering commitment to justice, Whittier empowers the reader to join the fight for freedom, making his work not only a reflection of his time but also a timeless appeal for compassion and change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aSlavery -- United States -- Poetry
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