“The denial of our duty to act in this case is a denial of our right to act; and if we have no right to act, then may we well be termed the white slaves of the North, for like our brethren in bonds, we must seal our lips in silence and despair.”
Quote by Angelina Grimke
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On Slavery and Abolitionism: Essays and Letters
This volume presents a selection of written works that delve into the historical and philosophical aspects of slavery and the efforts to end it. The essays and letters within offer insights into the debates, arguments, and personal reflections surrounding the abolition of slavery. more
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