The Slavery Of The British West India Colonies Delineated V1: As It Exists Both In Law And Practice (1824)

By James Stephen

Book Overview

The Slavery Of The British West India Colonies Delineated V1: As It Exists Both In Law And Practice (1824) is a book written by James Stephen. The book provides a detailed description of the slavery system that existed in the British West Indies during the 19th century. The author discusses the legal framework that allowed for the enslavement of African people and the brutal conditions that they were forced to endure. The book also explores the economic and social implications of slavery, including the impact it had on the lives of both slaves and slave owners. The author argues that slavery is a moral and ethical abomination that must be abolished, and he provides a compelling case for the immediate abolition of slavery in the British West Indies. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on one of the darkest periods in human history and serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for freedom and human rights.And Compared With The Slavery Of Other Countries, Ancient And Modern.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165133768
• ISBN13: 9781165133765
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 560 Pages
• Weight: 1.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"