The Dying Negro: A Poem (1775)

The Dying Negro: A Poem is a work of literature by Thomas Day, published in 1775. The poem is a powerful and emotional exploration of the brutal reality of slavery and the suffering of enslaved people in the British colonies. The central figure of the poem is an unnamed African man who is dying after being brutally beaten by his white master. Through the man's words and thoughts, Day depicts the horrors of slavery, including the physical abuse, the separation of families, and the denial of basic human dignity. The poem is written in a highly emotive style, with vivid imagery and powerful language that conveys the depth of the man's suffering and the injustice of his situation. The Dying Negro: A Poem is a significant work of literature that contributed to the growing abolitionist movement in Britain in the late 18th century. It remains a powerful testimony to the human cost of slavery and a reminder of the ongoing struggle for freedom and equality.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.