Harriet Beecher Stowe

Profession: Abolitionist and Author

Nationality:

Why Famous: Her most famous work, "Uncle Tom's Cabin", was a depiction of life for African Americans under slavery, and became influential in the United States.

It energized anti-slavery forces in the American North, while provoking widespread anger in the South.

Born: June 14, 1811
Birthplace: Litchfield, Connecticut, USA
Star Sign: Gemini

Died: July 1, 1896 (aged 85)

Articles and Photos

War Breaks Out Behind Uncle Tom's Cabin
Uncle Tom's Cabin sounds like a sentimental children's book. In fact, it is a hard-hitting exposé of the slavery trade and part cause of the American Civil War.
June 14, 1811

Married Life

1836-01-06 Author Harriet Beecher (24) weds educator Calvin Ellis Stowe (33) in Cincinnati, Ohio

Historical Events

1851-06-05 Anti-slavery novel "Uncle Tom's Cabin" by Harriet Beecher Stowe first published in serial form in "The National Era"
1852-03-20 Harriet Beecher Stowe's "Uncle Tom's Cabin" published in Boston