The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier, Volume VII, Complete: The Conflict with Slavery, Politics and Reform, the Inner Life, and Criticism
The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier, Volume VII, Complete: The Conflict with Slavery, Politics and Reform, the Inner Life, and Criticism
History - American, Philosophy & Ethics, Politics
The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier, Volume VII, published in the early 19th century, is a collection of essays addressing critical social issues, particularly the conflict with slavery and the political reforms of the time. Whittier presents a strong argument against slavery, emphasizing the moral failures of society and the necessity for immediate abolition rather than gradual change. Through essays like 'Justice and Expediency,' he critiques passive sympathy and urges active resistance to oppression, reflecting the growing abolitionist sentiments leading up to the Civil War. This volume is notable for its exploration of human rights and social justice in American literature.
