George Fitzhugh

Cannibals all! or, Slaves without masters (eBook, ePUB)

A Bold Critique of Slavery and Capitalism in the Antebellum South

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In his work 'Cannibals all! or, Slaves without Masters', George Fitzhugh explores the intricate relationship between slavery in the antebellum South and the capitalist system. Written in a dynamic and persuasive style, Fitzhugh argues that the institution of slavery provides a more humane and just system than the supposed 'free labor' system of the North. His use of rhetorical devices and examples from contemporary society add layers of complexity to his arguments, making this book a thought-provoking read that challenges traditional views on slavery and capitalism. Situated in the literary context of the 19th century, Fitzhugh's work stands out as a bold and controversial critique of the prevailing economic ideologies of his time. George Fitzhugh, a prominent Southern intellectual and social theorist, was known for his unconventional views on slavery and social hierarchy. His background as a lawyer and plantation owner undoubtedly influenced his perspective on these issues, shedding light on the motivations behind his writing. I highly recommend 'Cannibals all! or, Slaves without Masters' to readers interested in exploring the complexities of slavery, capitalism, and social justice in history.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 291
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664652157
• Artikelnr.: 58447860

Autorenporträt

George Fitzhugh was an American social theorist who developed antebellum social theories centered on race and slavery. He contended that the negro was "but a grown-up child" who need the economic and social benefits of slavery. Fitzhugh criticized capitalism as practiced in the Northern United States and Great Britain for causing "a war of the rich with the poor, and the poor with one another," leaving free blacks "far outpaced or outwitted in the pursuit of free competition." Slavery, he argued, guaranteed blacks' economic security and moral civilization. Some historians regard Fitzhugh's worldview as proto-fascist due to its rejection of liberal values, defense of slavery, and views on race. He was born in Prince William County, VA. His family relocated to Alexandria, Virginia, when he was six. He attended public school, but his career was based on self-education. He married Mary Metcalf Brockenbrough in 1829 and relocated to Port Royal, Virginia.