Thus, frequently, are results originated which are wholly unlike the cause that gave them birth. An illustration of this truth is aofdediby the history of American Slavery. ;N aturally and necessarify, the enemy of literature, it has become the prolific theme of m Mch that is profound in argument, sublime in poetry, and thrilling in narrative. From the soil of slavery itself have sprung forth some of f Qmost brilliant productions, whose logical levers will ultimately pheave and overthrow the system. Gushing fountu ns of poetic thought, have started from beneath the rod of violence, that will long continue to slake the feverish thirst of humanity outraged, until swelling to a flood it shall rush with wasting violence over the ill-gotten heritage of the oppressor. Startling incidents authenticated, far excelling fiction in their touching pathos, from the pen of self-emancipated slaves, do now exhibit slavery in such revolting aspects, as to secure the execrations of all good men, and become a monument more enduring than marble, in testimony strong as sacred writ against it. Of the class last named, is the narrative of the life of Henry Bibb, which is equally distinguished as a revolting portrait of the hideous slave system, a thrilling narrative of individual suffering, and a triumphant vindication of the slaves manhood and mental dignity. And all this is associated with unmistakable traces of originality and truthfulness.(Typographical errors above are due to OCR software and don't occur in the book.)About the Publisher Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regener

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