Social Movements & Civil Rights

Publication of Harriet Beecher Stowe's Novel

Harriet Beecher Stowe's novel, 'Uncle Tom's Cabin', was published, rapidly becoming a bestseller in the United States and internationally. Written in response to the Fugitive Slave Act and the pervasive injustices of slavery, the book depicted the harsh realities faced by enslaved people. Stowe aimed to provoke empathy and spark social change regarding the treatment of African Americans in the antebellum era. The gripping narrative and strong characters captured the hearts of readers, making it a pivotal cultural phenomenon of the time.

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