Freedom National, Slavery Sectional

Freedom National, Slavery Sectional: Speech Of Charles Sumner, Of Massachusetts, On His Motion To Repeal The Fugitive Slave Bill (1852) is a historical text that captures the essence of the American abolitionist movement in the mid-19th century. Written by Charles Sumner, a prominent politician and abolitionist from Massachusetts, the book is a speech given by Sumner on his motion to repeal the Fugitive Slave Bill, which was enacted in 1850 as part of the Compromise of 1850.Sumner's speech is a powerful critique of the Fugitive Slave Bill, which he argues is a violation of the Constitution and the principles of freedom and equality that the United States was founded on. He argues that the bill is not only morally wrong, but also economically and politically damaging to the country as a whole. Sumner also provides a detailed historical analysis of the slavery issue in America, tracing its roots back to the founding of the country and the compromises that were made to allow slavery to continue.The book is an important primary source for anyone interested in the history of the abolitionist movement in America, as well as the broader political and social context of the mid-19th century. It provides valuable insights into the arguments and strategies used by abolitionists to challenge the institution of slavery and promote the cause of freedom and equality. Overall, Freedom National, Slavery Sectional is a compelling and thought-provoking work that remains relevant and inspiring today.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.