Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Tennessee Narratives By: United States. Work Projects Administration
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Tennessee Narratives is a powerful and important collection of firsthand accounts of slavery in the United States. Compiled by the Work Projects Administration, the book provides a candid look at the brutal and dehumanizing institution of slavery through the eyes of those who lived it. The narratives in this book are both heartbreaking and inspiring, shedding light on the resilience and strength of the individuals who endured unimaginable hardship and suffering. The stories of these former slaves offer valuable insights into the everyday realities of slavery, from the cruel treatment and harsh living conditions to the struggles for freedom and dignity. In addition to documenting the experiences of those who were enslaved, the book also serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of slavery in America. It is a powerful reminder of the deep wounds inflicted by this dark chapter in our nation's history and the ongoing need for justice and reconciliation. Overall, Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Tennessee Narratives is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the true impact of slavery on individuals and society as a whole. It is a poignant and powerful collection that deserves a place on the bookshelf of every American. First Page: [TR: ] = Transcriber Note [HW: ] = Handwritten Note SLAVE NARRATIVES A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves TYPEWRITTEN RECORDS PREPARED BY THE FEDERAL WRITERS' PROJECT 1936 1938 ASSEMBLED BY THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS PROJECT WORK PROJECTS ADMINISTRATION FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA SPONSORED BY THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS Illustrated with Photographs WASHINGTON 1941 VOLUME XV TENNESSEE NARRATIVES Prepared by the Federal Writers' Project of the Works Progress Administration for the State of Tennessee INFORMANTS Batson, Frances 1 Casey, Julia 3 Chappel, Cecelia 5 Childress, Wiley 9 Falls, Robert 11 Gaines, Rachel 17 Goole, Frankie 19 Gray, Precilla 24 Greer, Jenny 27 Grisham, Emma 28 Hudson, Measy 31 Hyde, Patsy 33 Kannon, Ellis Ken 37 Martin, Scott 40 Matthews, Ann 43 Moore, Rev. John 47 Moss, Andrew 49 Moss, Mollie 55 Odell, Andy 60 Parker, Laura Ramsey 62 Reece, Naisy 64 Simpkins, Millie 66 Star, Joseph Leonidas 70 Thomas, Dan 74 Watkins, Sylvia 76 Young, Narcissus 80 INTERVIEW FRANCES BATSON 1213 Scovel St... Continue reading book >>

Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Tennessee Narratives By: United States. Work Projects Administration

Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Tennessee Narratives is a powerful and important collection of firsthand accounts of slavery in the United States. Compiled by the Work Projects Administration, the book provides a candid look at the brutal and dehumanizing institution of slavery through the eyes of those who lived it.

The narratives in this book are both heartbreaking and inspiring, shedding light on the resilience and strength of the individuals who endured unimaginable hardship and suffering. The stories of these former slaves offer valuable insights into the everyday realities of slavery, from the cruel treatment and harsh living conditions to the struggles for freedom and dignity.

In addition to documenting the experiences of those who were enslaved, the book also serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of slavery in America. It is a powerful reminder of the deep wounds inflicted by this dark chapter in our nation's history and the ongoing need for justice and reconciliation.

Overall, Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Tennessee Narratives is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the true impact of slavery on individuals and society as a whole. It is a poignant and powerful collection that deserves a place on the bookshelf of every American.

First Page:

[TR: ] = Transcriber Note

[HW: ] = Handwritten Note

SLAVE NARRATIVES

A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves

TYPEWRITTEN RECORDS PREPARED BY THE FEDERAL WRITERS' PROJECT 1936 1938 ASSEMBLED BY THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS PROJECT WORK PROJECTS ADMINISTRATION FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA SPONSORED BY THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

Illustrated with Photographs

WASHINGTON 1941

VOLUME XV

TENNESSEE NARRATIVES

Prepared by the Federal Writers' Project of the Works Progress Administration for the State of Tennessee

INFORMANTS

Batson, Frances 1

Casey, Julia 3 Chappel, Cecelia 5 Childress, Wiley 9

Falls, Robert 11

Gaines, Rachel 17 Goole, Frankie 19 Gray, Precilla 24 Greer, Jenny 27 Grisham, Emma 28

Hudson, Measy 31 Hyde, Patsy 33

Kannon, Ellis Ken 37

Martin, Scott 40 Matthews, Ann 43 Moore, Rev. John 47 Moss, Andrew 49 Moss, Mollie 55

Odell, Andy 60

Parker, Laura Ramsey 62

Reece, Naisy 64

Simpkins, Millie 66 Star, Joseph Leonidas 70

Thomas, Dan 74

Watkins, Sylvia 76

Young, Narcissus 80

INTERVIEW FRANCES BATSON 1213 Scovel St... Continue reading book >>

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Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 1	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Kansas Narratives
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Maryland Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 6
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Kentucky Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Mississippi Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Florida Narratives
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Ohio Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Indiana Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 1
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 2	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Administrative Files Selected Records Bearing on the History of the Slave Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 3
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 4	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves South Carolina Narratives, Part 1	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 3
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Tennessee Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Oklahoma Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves South Carolina Narratives, Part 2
Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 2	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XI, North Carolina Narratives, Part 1	Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves South Carolina Narratives, Part 4	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States, From Interviews with Former Slaves Virginia Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Texas Narratives, Part 1
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves. Texas Narratives, Part 2	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XI, North Carolina Narratives, Part 2	Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume X, Missouri Narratives
Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume XVI, Texas Narratives, Part 3	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume XVI, Texas Narratives, Part 4	Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume I, Alabama Narratives
Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume XIV, South Carolina Narratives, Part 3

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