History of the Underground Railroad

by Robert C. Smedley

Reprint of a significant primary source on the Underground Railroad Colorful information and anecdotes from the participants Originally published in 1883 and long out of print, this remarkable volume examines the Underground Railroad as it operated in southeastern Pennsylvania. Based on interviews with those directly involved in the escaped slave network, it tells the stories of freedom seekers, those who helped them, and the places they hid. A new introduction by Christopher Densmore places the book in its historical context and assesses the work in light of more recent scholarship.

480 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1968

Reviews

[Elaine · Rating 3 out of 5]

One of my ancestors is in here! The writing of the book isn't exactly rivetting, but it's really cool that it exists. These people deserve to be remembered for their courage and conviction. We could learn a thing or two (or seven) from them.