The Virginians are said to pride themselves upon the peculiar tenderness with which they visit the sceptre of authority on their African vassals. (Frances Wright)

The Virginians are said to pride themselves upon the peculiar tenderness with which they visit the sceptre of authority on their African vassals.

Frances Wright

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