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Focusing on the historical context of slavery in 18th and 19th century Great Britain, this seminar paper examines the emergence of the abolitionist movement beginning in the 1770s. It highlights how Enlightenment thinkers critiqued slavery as a violation of human rights and a moral heresy, reflecting the changing attitudes towards this issue during the Romantic era. The paper provides insights into the intersection of literature and social justice, emphasizing the role of Romantic women writers in these discussions.