Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Mississippi Narratives By: United States. Work Projects Administration |
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This collection of slave narratives is a powerful and poignant portrayal of the brutal reality of slavery in the United States. The first-hand accounts from former slaves provide a raw and unfiltered look at the inhumane treatment, violence, and dehumanization they endured at the hands of their owners.
The narratives offer a unique perspective on the institution of slavery, shedding light on the day-to-day experiences of those who were subjected to its horrors. The stories are both heartbreaking and inspiring, highlighting the resilience and strength of the individuals who survived such adversity.
The book is a valuable resource for understanding the impact of slavery on the individuals who lived through it, as well as its lasting effects on American society. It serves as a haunting reminder of the atrocities of the past and the ongoing struggle for racial equality and justice in the United States.
Overall, this collection of slave narratives is a must-read for anyone interested in learning more about this dark chapter in American history. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable cruelty and injustice. 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 IX MISSISSIPPI NARRATIVES Prepared by the Federal Writers' Project of the Works Progress Administration for the State of Mississippi INFORMANTS Allen, Jim Baker, Anna Cameron, John Clark, Gus Cornelius, James Davenport, Charlie Emanuel, Gabe Franks, Dora Franks, Pet Henry, Nettie Hodges, Fanny Smith Holliday, Wayne Johnson, Prince Kennedy, Hamp Lucas, James McAllum, Sam Moses, Charlie Necaise, Henri Singleton, Rev. James Smith, Berry Snow, Susan Stier, Isaac Sutton, Jane Williams, Mollie Wilson, Tom Young, Clara C. ILLUSTRATIONS Mollie Williams Tom Wilson [TR: Footnotes have been moved to appear within the text.] [TR: Informant names and locations that appear in brackets have been drawn from interviews.] Mississippi Federal Writers Slave Autobiographies Jim Allen, Clay Co... Continue reading book >>
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