The American Colonization Society, 1817-1840 (1919) - Hardcover

The American Colonization Society, 1817-1840 is a book written by Early Lee Fox and published in 1919. The book provides a comprehensive account of the American Colonization Society, a group founded in 1817 with the aim of sending free African Americans to settle in Africa. The society was established at a time when slavery was still legal in many parts of the United States and was seen as a way of addressing the issue of racial inequality.The book explores the origins of the society, its early years, and the challenges it faced in trying to establish settlements in Africa. It also examines the debates surrounding the society and its goals, including criticisms from abolitionists who argued that it was a form of racial segregation.Through detailed analysis of primary sources, including letters, reports, and official records, the author provides a nuanced understanding of the society's activities and the motivations of its members. The book also sheds light on the experiences of the African Americans who participated in the colonization project, including their struggles to adapt to life in Africa and the tensions that arose between them and the indigenous populations.Overall, The American Colonization Society, 1817-1840 is an important historical work that offers valuable insights into a complex and controversial chapter in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of slavery, race relations, and the African American experience.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.