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1848 THE SLAVE Memoirs Archy Moore Southern Plantation Life pre CIVIL WAR
1848 THE SLAVE Memoirs Archy Moore Southern Plantation Life pre CIVIL WAR
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1848 THE SLAVE Memoirs Archy Moore Southern Plantation Life pre CIVIL WAR



“The Slave: or Memoirs of Archy Moore” by Richard Hildreth is a significant 19th-century work that describes the harsh realities of slavery through the life narrative of Archy Moore. The antebellum story is set against the backdrop of a Southern plantation and is marked by its intricate examination of personal struggles, the complexities of familial ties, and the moral dilemmas inherent in a society built on the institution of slavery. Hildreth, known for his contributions as a journalist and historian, not only portrays the sensational aspects of Archys life, including a controversial incestuous relationship, but also uses the narrative to underscore the brutalities and inhumanities of slavery. This novel, though initially met with criticism for its sensationalism, stands out for its detailed portrayal of slave life and its underlying abolitionist message, reflecting Hildreths commitment to social and political reform, particularly in advocating for the end of slavery.



Item number: #41668

Price: $599



HILDRETH, Richard



The Slave: or Memoirs of Archy Moore. Two Volumes in One.



Boston: Bela Marsh, 1848.



Details:

Collation: Complete; 2 volumes in 1

Vol. I – 123, [1]

Vol. II – 115, [1]

Reference(s): Sabin 31790; Wright I 1189

Language: English

Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure

Black cloth

Note: Ex-Library

Size: ~7.5in X 4.75in (19cm x 12cm)



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1848 THE SLAVE Memoirs Archy Moore Southern Plantation Life pre CIVIL WAR

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