Some Recollections of Our Antislavery Conflict
A Memoir of Antislavery Activism: Personal Reflections on Social Justice and the Abolitionist MovementBy Samuel J. May
Length13h 9m
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In "Some Recollections of Our Antislavery Conflict," Samuel J. May provides a compelling firsthand account of the fervent struggles and societal turbulence surrounding the abolitionist movement in 19th-century America. With a clarity and emotional resonance characteristic of a seasoned reformer, May intricately weaves together personal anecdotes, public speeches, and significant events that were pivotal in the fight against slavery. His literary style reflects the passionate urgency of the era while offering a reflective examination of moral convictions, social justice, and the power of grassroots activism, placing his narrative firmly within the broader context of American reform literature. As a prominent abolitionist, Samuel J. May was deeply influenced by his upbringing in a progressive, reform-minded family and his educational background, which emphasized moral responsibility and civic duty. His active participation in the antislavery movement and his connections with notable figures such as William Lloyd Garrison motivated him to chronicle these experiences, ensuring that future generations understand the personal and collective sacrifices made in pursuit of freedom and equality. I highly recommend "Some Recollections of Our Antislavery Conflict" to those interested in American history, social justice, and the literary narratives that inspire change. May's insights not only illuminate the complexities of the abolitionist struggle but also serve as a timeless reminder of the enduring fight for human rights.
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length13 hrs 9 mins
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Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1RISE OF ABOLITIONISM.
2REV. JOHN RANKIN AND REV. JOHN D. PAXTON.
3BENJAMIN LUNDY.
4WILLIAM LLOYD GARRISON.
5MISS PRUDENCE CRANDALL AND THE CANTERBURY SCHOOL.
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6THE BLACK LAW OF CONNECTICUT.
7ARTHUR TAPPAN.
8CHARLES C. BURLEIGH.
9MISS CRANDALL’S TRIAL.
10HOUSE SET ON FIRE.
11MR. GARRISON’S MISSION TO ENGLAND.—NEW YORK MOBS.
12THE CONVENTION AT PHILADELPHIA.
13THE PHILADELPHIA CONVENTION.
14LUCRETIA MOTT.
15MRS. L. MARIA CHILD.
16ERUPTION OF LANE SEMINARY.
17GEORGE THOMPSON, M.P., LL.D.
18GEORGE THOMPSON’S FIRST YEAR IN AMERICA.
19ANTISLAVERY CONFLICT.
20REIGN OF TERROR.
21WALKER’S APPEAL.
22THE CLERGY AND THE QUAKERS.
23THE QUAKERS.
24THE REIGN OF TERROR.
25FRANCIS JACKSON.
26RIOT AT UTICA, N. Y.—GERRIT SMITH.
27DR. CHANNING.
28SLAVERY,—BY WILLIAM E. CHANNING.
29THE GAG-LAW.
30THE GAG-LAW.—SECOND INTERVIEW.
31HON. JAMES G. BIRNEY.
32JOHN QUINCY ADAMS.
33THE ALTON TRAGEDY.
34WOMAN QUESTION.—MISSES GRIMKÉ.
35“THE PASTORAL LETTER” AND “THE CLERICAL APPEAL.”
36DR. CHARLES FOLLEN.
37JOHN G. WHITTIER AND THE ANTISLAVERY POETS.
38PREJUDICE AGAINST COLOR.
39A NEGRO’S LOVE OF LIBERTY.
40DISTINGUISHED COLORED MEN.
41DAVID RUGGLES, LEWIS HAYDEN, AND WILLIAM C. NELL.
42JAMES FORTEN.
43MR. ROBERT PURVIS
44WILLIAM WELLS BROWN
45CHARLES LENOX REMOND,
46REV. J. W. LOGUEN.
47FREDERICK DOUGLASS.
48THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD.
49GEORGE LATIMER.
50THE ANNEXATION OF TEXAS.
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