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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the moral and political struggles surrounding slavery and freedom in the United States in the mid-19th century. It examines the historical compromises made between pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces, highlighting how these compromises gradually favored the expansion of slavery. The author argues that the passage of the Nebraska Bill in 1854, which repealed the Missouri Compromise and opened new territories to slavery, marked a turning point in the conflict between the two sides. The book traces the growing dominance of the pro-slavery faction, leading to the Fugitive Slave Law and other measures that further entrenched slavery and eroded the rights of free Black people. Through an analysis of speeches, debates, and historical documents, the author demonstrates how the American idea of liberty was consistently undermined by the demands of the slave power. The book emphasizes the urgent need to confront slavery and its legacy, underscoring the importance of political justice, moral courage, and unwavering commitment to the cause of freedom. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333152253_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333152253
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333152253
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)