Slavery Petitions And Papers (1894)

Slavery Petitions and Papers is a historical book written by Jacob Piatt Dunn in 1894. The book is a collection of primary source documents that detail the petitions submitted by slaves and abolitionists to the Indiana General Assembly during the years leading up to the Civil War. These petitions were an attempt to abolish slavery in Indiana and were met with opposition from those who believed in the continuation of the practice. The book includes a comprehensive introduction by the author that provides context for the documents and explains the political and social climate of the time. The documents themselves include petitions from slaves and free blacks, as well as letters from prominent abolitionists and lawmakers. Through these documents, readers gain insight into the struggles and hardships faced by slaves in Indiana, as well as the efforts made by abolitionists to bring an end to the practice. The book also sheds light on the political and legal battles that took place in the state during this time, as lawmakers debated the merits of slavery and the rights of African Americans. Overall, Slavery Petitions and Papers is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of slavery in the United States and the efforts made to abolish it. The primary source documents provide a unique perspective on the issue, and the author's introduction adds important context and analysis to the material.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.