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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... failed and been exhausted. That hour may not be far off. Mr. H. will not see this work before its publication, and would dissent from many of its details, from the unrestricted latitude of its positions, and from its want of precise ...
... failed and been exhausted. That hour may not be far off. Mr. H. will not see this work before its publication, and would dissent from many of its details, from the unrestricted latitude of its positions, and from its want of precise ...
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... failure, and that it betrays premonitory symptoms of failure, even in America, the North is silent, and thus tacitly admits the charge. Challenged to compare and weigh the advantages and disadvantages of our domestic slavery with their ...
... failure, and that it betrays premonitory symptoms of failure, even in America, the North is silent, and thus tacitly admits the charge. Challenged to compare and weigh the advantages and disadvantages of our domestic slavery with their ...
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... failure of their own social system, proposed its subversion, and suggested an approximating millenium, or some system of Free Love, Communism, or Socialism, as a substitute. The alarming extent of this state of public opinion, or, to ...
... failure of their own social system, proposed its subversion, and suggested an approximating millenium, or some system of Free Love, Communism, or Socialism, as a substitute. The alarming extent of this state of public opinion, or, to ...
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