"How Can I Help to Abolish Slavery?" or, Counsels to the Newly Converted

"How Can I Help to Abolish Slavery?" or, Counsels to the Newly Converted by Maria Weston Chapman is a stirring plea from the 1800s that encourages people to join the fight against slavery. This book speaks directly to those newly awakened to the horrors of slavery, offering advice on how they can make a real difference, stressing that working to end slavery is a moral responsibility that can change society. The author examines different ways people were trying to solve the slavery issue at the time, explaining why some popular ideas weren't actually helping, but instead she suggests people join organizations that are directly fighting slavery and work to change people's hearts and minds about the issue. By presenting abolition as something everyone should care about and work together on, Chapman highlights that it is a battle that demands persistent dedication if it is to succeed.