In Abolition Fanaticism in New York, Frederick Douglass examines the history of the abolitionist movement in New York City and its impact on the city’s politics and culture. He begins by discussing the early days of the movement, when it was largely confined to a small group of passionate activists. He then moves on to discuss the growth of the movement and its eventual success in achieving the abolition of slavery in the state. He also examines the role of the press in promoting the cause, and the various tactics used by abolitionists to spread their message. Finally, he looks at the legacy of the movement and its influence on the city’s politics and culture. Throughout the book, Douglass emphasizes the importance of the abolitionist movement in the history of New York City and the United States.
By Frederick Douglass · First published 1847 · Genre: Historical Non-Fiction, Biography, Political Science