Substance Of The Speech Of Sir Charles Wetherell: Before The Lords Of The Privy Council (1834)

by Charles Wetherell

Book Overview

Substance Of The Speech Of Sir Charles Wetherell: Before The Lords Of The Privy Council (1834) is a historical document written by Sir Charles Wetherell. The book contains the transcript of a speech delivered by Wetherell before the Lords of the Privy Council in 1834. The speech was given in response to a decision made by the House of Commons to abolish slavery in the British colonies. Wetherell was a staunch defender of slavery and argued that the decision to abolish it was unconstitutional and a violation of property rights. The book provides a detailed account of Wetherell's arguments and his defense of the institution of slavery. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of slavery and the debates surrounding its abolition in the British Empire.On The Subject Of Incorporating The London University.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104658933
• ISBN13: 9781104658939
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"