Who Was Harriet Beecher Stowe?

By: Dana Meachen Rau

Narrated by: Susan Hanfield

Born in Connecticut in 1811, Harriet Beecher Stowe was an abolitionist, author, and playwright. Slavery was a major industry in the American South, and Stowe worked with the Underground Railroad to help escaped slaves head north towards freedom. The publication of her book, Uncle Tom’s Cabin, a scathing anti-slavery novel, fanned the flames that started the Civil War. The book’s emotional portrayal of the impact of slavery captured the nation’s attention. A best-seller in its time, Uncle Tom’s Cabin sealed Harriet Beecher Stowe’s reputations as one of the most influential anti-slavery voices in US history.

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remarkable woman who made a difference at a time when u.s. citizens needed to better understand the constitution. she was very courageous and true to her values. people put greed over humanity!