The Fugitive Blacksmith: Or Events In The History Of James W C. Pennington is a memoir written by James W. C. Pennington himself in 1849. The book details his life as a slave in Maryland, his escape to the North, and his eventual rise to become a prominent abolitionist and minister.Pennington was born into slavery and worked as a blacksmith on a plantation. He managed to escape to the North with the help of the Underground Railroad and settled in New York City. There, he became involved in the abolitionist movement and began speaking out against slavery.The book also details Pennington's education and his eventual ordination as a minister. He became a leader in the African American community and worked tirelessly to promote the abolitionist cause.The Fugitive Blacksmith is an important historical document that sheds light on the experiences of slaves and the struggles of African Americans during the antebellum period. It is a powerful testament to the strength and resilience of those who fought against slavery and oppression.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.