A Discourse On The Subject Of American Slavery

""A Discourse On The Subject Of American Slavery: Delivered In The First Congregational Meeting"" is a book written by Adin Ballou in 1837. Ballou was an American pacifist, abolitionist, and advocate for nonviolent resistance. The book is a speech delivered by Ballou to the First Congregational Meeting in Massachusetts, where he addresses the issue of American slavery. Ballou argues that slavery is a moral and social evil that goes against the principles of Christianity and the American Constitution. He also discusses the economic and political implications of slavery, and the ways in which it harms both slaves and slave owners. Throughout the book, Ballou advocates for the abolition of slavery and the establishment of equal rights for all people. The book is a powerful and influential work that helped to galvanize the abolitionist movement in the United States. It remains an important historical document and a reminder of the ongoing struggle for justice and equality.Delivered In The First Congregational Meeting House In Mendon, Massachusetts, July 4, 1837.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.