CLARKSON (Thomas). Essay on the Political Disadvantages of the Negro Trade. Preceded by an extract from the Essay on the Commerce of the Human Race. Neufchâtel, s.n., 1789. In-8, marbled calf, triple gilt fillet, smooth spine decorated, red title page (Binding of the time).
Chadenat, n°1812. - Sabin, n°13481.
First edition in French, translated by Gramagnac, secretary of the Société des Amis des Noirs. The original in English appeared the same year in London.
A very important work by the famous abolitionist who demonstrates to governments and planters that the slave trade should be abolished and disabuses them of the alleged advantages of this shameful traffic.
A PLEASANT COPY, NICELY BOUND IN CONTEMPORARY STYLE.
Some rubbing to the binding, upper hinge a little cracked for 3 cm. Slight wetness at the head of some leaves.
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