Publisher's Synopsis
A Footprint of Forty-Four is a book of poetry written by George Champlin Shepard Southworth and published in 1885. The book is a reflection on the institution of slavery in the United States, and the impact it had on individuals and society as a whole. The title refers to the number of years that slavery was legal in the United States, from the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 to the end of the Civil War in 1865. The poetry in this book is written in a traditional rhyming style, and explores the experiences of both slaves and slave owners during this period of American history. Southworth's writing is often critical of the institution of slavery, and he portrays the suffering and dehumanization of enslaved individuals in vivid detail. Despite its serious subject matter, A Footprint of Forty-Four also contains moments of humor and satire, particularly in its portrayal of the attitudes and behaviors of slave owners. The book is an important historical document, providing a window into the attitudes and beliefs of Americans during this tumultuous period in the nation's history.This scarce antiquarian book is a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.
