The Impending Crisis Of The South; How To Meet It by Hinton Rowan Helper
How To Meet It
This influential 19th-century work presents a compelling argument against the institution of slavery, focusing on its detrimental economic and social impacts on non-slaveholding whites in the Southern United States. The author meticulously compiles statistical data to illustrate how slavery stifles economic progress and fosters inequality, urging Southern whites to recognize their shared interests with abolitionists. By advocating for a shift towards a more equitable and prosperous society, the book seeks to galvanize public opinion and inspire political action to address the looming crisis threatening the region's stability and future.
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- Published
- 1857
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 420-450
- Original Language
- English
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