The Duty of Disobedience to the Fugitive Slave Act by Lydia Maria Child

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Author Child, Lydia Maria, 1802-1880
Title The Duty of Disobedience to the Fugitive Slave Act
An Appeal To The Legislators Of Massachusetts, Anti-Slavery Tracts No. 9
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Summary "The Duty of Disobedience to the Fugitive Slave Act: An Appeal to the Legislators of Massachusetts" by Lydia Maria Child is an anti-slavery pamphlet written in the late 19th century (1860). It serves as a moral and political argument against the Fugitive Slave Act, addressing the legislators of Massachusetts and urging them to disobey laws that contribute to the oppression and enslavement of Black individuals. The pamphlet highlights the ethical obligation to protect those seeking freedom and challenges the conscience of its readers. In this impassioned discourse, Child argues that the Fugitive Slave Act is not only immoral but also unconstitutional. She vividly portrays the horrors of slavery and the plight of fugitives, illustrating heartbreaking stories of families torn apart and individuals brutally returned to captivity. Through her rhetorical skill, she challenges the legislators to reconsider their stance and acts as a voice for oppressed humanity, calling upon them to uphold justice and exercise humanity by dismantling the institutionalized support for slavery. Ultimately, Child's work is a bold plea for moral courage and a deeper understanding of human rights, pushing her audience to recognize their duty to defy unjust laws in the name of freedom and dignity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject United States -- Fugitive slave law (1850)
Subject Fugitive slaves -- United States
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EBook-No. 13989
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Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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