"Slavery in Maryland Briefly Considered" by John L. Carey is a look into the tough issues of slavery in Maryland, including how it affected society and the economy. The author is critical of slavery but also looks at how people felt about it back when people were arguing about whether to end it. Early on, the writer talks about a conversation with Dr. R. S. Stewart about slavery in Maryland, saying it's important to talk about it, especially since elections are coming up. Carey thinks that people who own slaves, like him, know they need to discuss freeing the slaves, which he says has been a secret and forbidden topic for too long. He wants to think about the issue carefully, trying to find the truth instead of causing trouble, and suggests ways to slowly free the slaves. This sets the stage for a careful and understanding look at one of America's most argued about issues.
Slavery in Maryland briefly considered
By John L. Carey
Amidst a nation divided, a slaveholder grapples with the morality and practicality of emancipation, seeking a path toward change in a society steeped in tradition.
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About the AuthorJohn L. Carey was a member of the General Assembly of Maryland in 1843 and a newspaper editor in Maryland in the years leading up to the American Civil War. He is known for his writing on the question of slavery, which was a subject in a number of his letters and books. He was editor of the American and Commercial Daily Advertiser in Baltimore for twelve years.
John L. Carey was a member of the General Assembly of Maryland in 1843 and a newspaper editor in Maryland in the years leading up to the American Civil War. He is known for his writing on the question of slavery, which was a subject in a number of his letters and books. He was editor of the American and Commercial Daily Advertiser in Baltimore for twelve years.
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