JOURNEYS AND EXPLORATIONS IN THE COTTON KINGDOM: AMERICAN SLAVERY THROUGH FOREIGNER'S EYES (edición en inglés) de FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED
- JOURNEYS AND EXPLORATIONS IN THE COTTON KINGDOM: AMERICAN SLAVERY THROUGH FOREIGNER'S EYES (edición en inglés)
- FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED
- Idioma: Inglés
- Formatos: pdf, ePub, MOBI, FB2
- ISBN: 8596547684091
- Editorial: Good Press
Overview
In Frederick Law Olmsteds Journeys and Explorations in the Cotton Kingdom: American Slavery Through Foreigners Eyes, readers are transported to the antebellum South to witness the harsh realities of American slavery through the eyes of a foreign observer. Olmsteds vivid and descriptive writing style provides a chilling account of the daily lives of slaves and the social, economic, and political structures that upheld the institution of slavery. Written in the mid-19th century, this book serves as a significant primary source for historians and scholars studying the Civil War era and the abolitionist movement. Olmsteds firsthand experiences and keen observations shed light on the cruelty and inhumanity of slavery in the United States, making this a valuable piece of literature for understanding this dark period of American history. Frederick Law Olmsted, a renowned landscape architect and social critic, traveled extensively throughout the Southern states in the 1850s, leading to the creation of Journeys and Explorations in the Cotton Kingdom. Olmsteds unique perspective as a foreigner offers a fresh and insightful view of American slavery, challenging readers to confront the contradictions of the countrys founding principles. His passion for social reform and justice is evident in his detailed narratives that expose the harsh realities of slavery and the impact it had on individuals and society as a whole. I highly recommend Journeys and Explorations in the Cotton Kingdom to readers interested in delving into the complexities of American slavery from an outsiders perspective. Olmsteds eloquent prose and critical analysis offer a compelling insight into the brutal realities of slavery, making this book an essential read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this dark chapter in American history.
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