“When a good man lends himself to the advocacy of slavery, he must, at least for a time, feel himself to be any where but at home, amongst his new thoughts, doctrines, and modes of reasoning.”
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Letter of Gerrit Smith to Rev. James Smylie: Of the State of Mississippi
The book consists of a letter written by Gerrit Smith to Rev. James Smylie, detailing the social and political situation in Mississippi. It offers insights into the author's observations and concerns regarding the state's affairs during the time of its writing. more
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Gerrit Smith
Gerrit Smith was an American politician and social reformer who lived from March 6, 1797, to December 28, 1874. He was a prominent figure in the anti-slavery movement and a leading advocate for land reform and women's suffrage. more
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