Explore the intertwined history of American slavery and the Methodist Church from 1780 to 1849 in ⿿The History Of American Slavery And Methodism, From 1780-1849, Volumes 1-2⿝ by Lucius C. Matlack. This comprehensive work delves into the complex relationship between a prominent religious movement and the institution of slavery during a pivotal period in American history. Matlack meticulously examines the church's evolving stance on slavery, the debates and divisions it caused within the Methodist community, and the actions of individuals and groups who sought to reconcile their faith with the realities of slaveholding. A valuable resource for understanding the moral, social, and political dimensions of slavery in the United States and the role of religious institutions in shaping the nation's destiny.

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