A Text Book of the Origin and History, Etc. of the Colored People (1841)

""A Text Book Of The Origin And History, Etc. Of The Colored People"" is a historical book written by James W. C. Pennington in 1841. The book provides a comprehensive account of the origins and history of people of color, including their struggles and triumphs. Pennington, a former slave himself, writes from a unique perspective, having experienced the horrors of slavery firsthand. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the African slave trade, the conditions of slavery in America, the abolitionist movement, and the role of people of color in the American Revolution. Pennington also includes biographical sketches of notable people of color, such as Olaudah Equiano and Toussaint L'Ouverture. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in African American history and the struggle for civil rights.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.