In 'The American Prejudice Against Color' by William G. Allen, readers are taken on a deep dive into the racial dynamics and stereotypes prevalent in America during the 19th century. Through a combination of historical analysis, sociological insights, and personal anecdotes, Allen presents a compelling argument against the discriminatory attitudes towards people of color. The book is written in a scholarly tone, providing in-depth research and thoughtful reflections on the impact of prejudice on individuals and society as a whole. Allen's literary style is rich in detail, making it a valuable resource for readers interested in the complexities of race relations in America. Written during a time of great social upheaval, the book serves as a powerful call to action for societal change and understanding. William G. Allen, a prominent African American scholar and activist, brings a unique perspective to the discussion of race and prejudice in America. His personal experiences and academic background inform his passionate advocacy for equality and justice. 'The American Prejudice Against Color' is not only a historical document but also a timeless reminder of the ongoing struggle for racial equality. I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of race relations and the enduring legacy of prejudice in America. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - Hand-picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
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"Many persons having suggested that it would greatly subserve the Anti-slavery Cause in this country, to present to the public a concise narrative of my recent narrow escape from death, at the hands of an armed mob in America, a mob armed with tar, feathers, poles, and an empty barrel spiked with shingle nails, together with the reasons which induced that mob, I propose to give it. I cannot promise however, to write such a book as ought to be written to illustrate fully the bitterness, malignity, and cruelty, of American prejudice against color, and to show its terrible power in grinding into the dust of social and political bondage, the hundreds of thousands of so-called free men and women of color of the North. This bondage is, in many of its aspects, far more dreadful than that of the bona fide Southern Slavery, since its victimsmany of them having emerged out of, and some of them never having been into, the darkness of personal slaveryhave acquired a development of mind, heart, and character, not at all inferior to the foremost of their oppressors."William G. Allen (18201888) was an African-American academic, intellectual, and lecturer. For a time he co-edited The National Watchman, an abolitionist newspaper. While studying law in Boston he lectured widely on abolition, equality, and integration. He was then appointed a professor of rhetoric and Greek at New-York Central College. Meeting and falling in love with a white student, Mary King, the couple married in secret in 1853. This was the first legal marriage between a "colored" man and a Caucasian woman to take place in the United States.