Sketches In The History Of The Underground Railroad

""Sketches In The History Of The Underground Railroad"" is a book written by Eber M. Pettit and published in 1879. The book provides a detailed account of the Underground Railroad, a network of secret routes and safe houses that were used by slaves in the United States to escape to freedom during the 19th century. The book comprises many thrilling incidents of the escape of fugitives from slavery and the perils of those who aided them. Pettit's book is a collection of stories and anecdotes that he gathered from his own experiences as a conductor on the Underground Railroad, as well as from other abolitionists and former slaves. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the Underground Railroad, such as the role of the Quakers, the use of secret codes and signals, and the dangers faced by both slaves and abolitionists. Through his vivid descriptions of the escape routes, hiding places, and the brave men and women who risked their lives to help slaves, Pettit provides a powerful insight into the horrors of slavery and the courage of those who fought against it. ""Sketches In The History Of The Underground Railroad"" is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a crucial period in American history and the struggle for freedom and equality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the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.