Publisher's Synopsis
A Discourse On Slavery: Delivered Before The Antislavery Society On The Anniversary Of The Birth Of Washington (1839) is a book written by W. D. Wilson. The book is a speech delivered by Wilson before the Antislavery Society on the anniversary of the birth of George Washington. The speech is focused on the issue of slavery, its impact on society, and the need for its abolition. Wilson discusses the history of slavery, the economic and social implications of the practice, and the moral arguments against it. He also addresses the role of the United States government in perpetuating slavery and calls for action to end the institution. The book provides a valuable historical perspective on the issue of slavery and its place in American society during the early 19th century.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.