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Another open question refers to the pre-conditions that allowed the abolitionist discourse to gain hegemonial status within half a century. Did the "innocence" of the slaves play a role in abolitionist narratives? How did worldly (human rights) and religious (salvery as a sin) arguments relate to each other? What was the role of popular books (Uncle Tom's Cabin) and symbols (Wedgwood medallions) in convincing the larger public of the abolitionist cause? | |||
==== The Role of Religion ==== | ==== The Role of Religion ==== | ||