Cannibals all! or, Slaves without mastersDigiCat, 29 Mei 2022 - 226 halaman In George Fitzhugh's thought-provoking book 'Cannibals all! or, Slaves without Masters', the author explores the concept of slavery in America during the 19th century. Written in a persuasive and engaging style, Fitzhugh argues that the institution of slavery benefits both the slave and the master, challenging traditional abolitionist viewpoints. Through his rhetorical arguments and historical examples, the book sheds light on the economic and social complexities of the antebellum South. Fitzhugh's literary context is reflective of the time period, incorporating political and societal debates into his writing. His unique perspective provides readers with a fresh outlook on a controversial subject. George Fitzhugh, a Southern social theorist and pro-slavery advocate, drew inspiration from his experiences and observations of the institution of slavery. His background as a lawyer and plantation owner shaped his views on labor and property, evident in his defense of slavery in 'Cannibals all! or, Slaves without Masters'. I highly recommend this book to readers interested in Southern history, philosophy, or political theory. It offers a unique perspective on a contentious issue that still resonates today. |
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... Europe. With them no principles are considered established and sacred, nor will ever be. When, in time of revolution, society is partially disbanded, disintegrated and dissolved, the doctrine of Human Equality may have a hearing, and ...
... Europe. With them no principles are considered established and sacred, nor will ever be. When, in time of revolution, society is partially disbanded, disintegrated and dissolved, the doctrine of Human Equality may have a hearing, and ...
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... European Society, which has been engaged in continual revolution for twenty years, has satisfied us that Free Society every where begets isms, and that isms soon beget bloody revolutions. Until our trip to the North, we did not justly ...
... European Society, which has been engaged in continual revolution for twenty years, has satisfied us that Free Society every where begets isms, and that isms soon beget bloody revolutions. Until our trip to the North, we did not justly ...
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... Europe. The isms on each side the Atlantic are equally busy with "assiduous wedges," in "loosening in every joint the whole fabric of social existence;" but whilst they dare invoke Anarchy in Europe, they dare not inaugurate New York ...
... Europe. The isms on each side the Atlantic are equally busy with "assiduous wedges," in "loosening in every joint the whole fabric of social existence;" but whilst they dare invoke Anarchy in Europe, they dare not inaugurate New York ...
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... Europe in 1830 , all men suddenly discovered that the social relations of men were false , and that social , not political , revolutions were needed . Since that period , almost the whole literature of free society is but a voice ...
... Europe in 1830 , all men suddenly discovered that the social relations of men were false , and that social , not political , revolutions were needed . Since that period , almost the whole literature of free society is but a voice ...
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... European society is out of all rule and proportion, and must soon tumble to pieces—but no two agree as to how it is to be re-built. "We must (say they all) have a new world, if we are to have any world at all!" and each has a little ...
... European society is out of all rule and proportion, and must soon tumble to pieces—but no two agree as to how it is to be re-built. "We must (say they all) have a new world, if we are to have any world at all!" and each has a little ...
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