Isaac T. Hopper: A True Life by Lydia Maria Child

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Author Child, Lydia Maria, 1802-1880
Title Isaac T. Hopper: A True Life
Note Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Issac T. Hopper: A True Life" by Lydia Maria Child is a biographical account written in the mid-19th century, which centers around the life and contributions of Isaac T. Hopper, a prominent anti-slavery activist. The book explores Hopper’s unwavering commitment to aiding fugitive slaves and his deep empathy towards those suffering under the oppressive institution of slavery. Through his life narrative and the numerous anecdotes about others' experiences, Hopper’s character and moral stances are vividly depicted, creating a powerful testament to the impact of compassion and activism in a turbulent historical era. The opening of the biography introduces readers to the early life of Isaac T. Hopper, born in a Quaker community in New Jersey in the late 18th century. It paints a portrait of him as a mischievous but caring child, highlighting formative experiences that shaped his sense of justice and empathy for the oppressed. Hopper's strong moral convictions are presented through anecdotes, such as his courageous stand against British soldiers during the Revolutionary War, and his commitment to social justice that would later manifest in his adult life as he took a firm stance against slavery. Lydia Maria Child sets the stage for a life of dedication to human rights, linking Hopper's childhood mischief to a burgeoning sense of responsibility towards those marginalized in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject Fugitive slaves -- United States
Subject Hopper, Isaac T. (Isaac Tatem), 1771-1852
Category Text
EBook-No. 11859
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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