History of Owen Lovejoy's religious and political participation in the antislavery movment from 1838 to 1864. This is the first comprehensive collection of the speeches of Owen Lovejoy (1811-64). After the assassination of his brother; Elijah; for printing an antislavery newspaper; instead of seeking revenge on the murderers; Lovejoy chose to help eradicate the system of racial slavery. Including sermons; campaign speeches; open letters; and his congressional exchanges and addresses; His Brother's Blood offers a colorful and important perspective on the turmoil leading up to the Civil War and the excitement in Congress that produced universal emancipation.
#1053731 in Books imusti 2016-10-04Original language:English 10.25 x .75 x 7.75l; 1.54 #File Name: 0233004971192 pagesCarlton Books
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