The Slave Catchers: Enforcement of the Fugitive Slave Law, 1850-1860UNC Press Books, 2012 M12 1 - 296 pages In this thoroughly researched documentation of a historically controversial issue, the author considers the background, passage, and constitutionality of the Fugitive Slave Law. The author's relation of public opinion and the executive policy regarding the much disputed law will help the reader reach a decision as to whether the law was actually a success or failure, legally and socially. Originally published in 1970. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value. |
Contents
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The Constitutionality of the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850 | 26 |
The Fugitive Slave Law and Public Opinion 18501854 | 49 |
The Fugitive Slave Law and Public Opinion 18541860 | 80 |
Executive Policy and the Fugitive Slave Law | 96 |
Enforcement of the Fugitive Slave Law 18501860 | 110 |
NonEnforcement of the Fugitive Slave Law Slave Rescues 18501860 | 148 |
Other editions - View all
The Slave Catchers: Enforcement of the Fugitive Slave Law, 1850-1860 Stanley W. Campbell No preview available - 1972 |
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