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100 1 _aGriffiths, Julia,
_d1811-1895
245 1 0 _aAutographs for Freedom
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2019-02-18
508 _aProduced by hekula03, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Autographs for Freedom" by Julia Griffiths is a collection of anti-slavery testimonies written in the mid-19th century. The volume features various contributions from prominent figures of the time, showcasing their perspectives and arguments against slavery, as well as their hopes for emancipation. This compilation serves not only as a rallying cry against the injustices faced by enslaved individuals but also aims to inspire readers to take action in favor of freedom and consciousness about the rights of all humankind. At the start of the work, the preface outlines the motivations behind the publication, emphasizing the impact that influential voices can have in swaying public opinion against slavery. Griffiths expresses the hope that the book can spread awareness about the plight of enslaved people and generate support for their emancipation. The opening testimonies feature passionate appeals from notable anti-slavery activists, including William H. Seward and H.B. Stowe, who argue not only for the urgent necessity of abolition but also for the recognition of shared humanity across societal divides. Many narratives underscore the deep suffering and resilience of those enslaved, weaving a emotional tapestry that helps to ground the philosophical arguments in real human experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAntislavery movements -- United States
653 _aSlavery -- United States
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58911
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