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[HEYRICK, ELIZABETH]. Immediate, Not Gradual Abolition; or, an Inquiry into the shortest, safest, and most effectual means of getting rid of West Indian Slavery. London Published 182: Republished by James V. Seaman, 1825. [Second American Edition.]. 8vo. 24 pp. Sewn & untrimmed as issued. Heavily foxed. $225.00
Shoemaker 20877. LCP Negro History Catalogue, 59: "Mrs. Heyrick's pamphlet is, according to D.L. Dumond, among the twenty-five best abolitionist works. A masterpiece of analysis and erudition, it contributed significantly to the abolition of slavery in the West Indies." This work converted Wilberforce to immediate emancipation. Very scarce edition.