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10 Influential Slave Narratives

10 Influential Slave Narratives

by Booker T. Washington, Josiah Hens,  Mary Prince and others
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 14/09/2023
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In '10 Influential Slave Narratives', readers are invited to explore a compendium of harrowing yet transformative testimonies that collectively underscore the resilience and indomitable spirit of enslaved individuals. This anthology weaves together narratives that reflect a range of literary styles, from emotive firsthand recollections to persuasive abolitionist tracts. The collection serves as a literary milestone, providing a profound insight into the diverse experiences of slaves while highlighting the enduring quest for freedom and human dignity. The potency and poignancy of these narratives are testimony not only to the horror of slavery but also to the exceptional strength and courage that defined the lives of those who survived it. The contributing authors represent a tapestry of intellect and experiences, united by their shared commitment to exposing the realities of slavery. Figures such as Sojourner Truth and Frederick Douglass provide powerful perspectives that are instrumental in understanding the socio-cultural tapestry of their times. Associated with historical and literary movements like abolitionism and civil rights, the anthology encapsulates a collection of voices that played pivotal roles in reshaping consciousness and advocating equality. These narratives collectively amplify the voices of those often silenced in history, presenting a harmonious yet multifaceted insight into a bleak era that shaped modern discourses on race and freedom. Readers of '10 Influential Slave Narratives' are offered a captivating journey into the heart of human struggle and perseverance. This anthology not only educates but also inspires, making it an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to comprehend the complex interplay of narratives that shaped the history and literature of slavery. The multiplicity of perspectives within this book offers a dialogue between past and present, ensuring that the lessons engraved in these pages continue to resonate and inform contemporary discussions around emancipation and justice. Embrace this opportunity to immerse yourself in a collection that stands as a beacon of hope and a testament to the power of narrative.

ISBN:
9788028316648
9788028316648
Category:
Biography: general
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
14-09-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
Sharp Ink
Solomon Northup

Solomon Northup was born a free man in Saratoga Springs, New York, in 1808. He lived as such until 1841 when, attracted by a job offer, he travelled to Washington, DC, where he was drugged and sold into slavery by his supposed employers.

Northup was enslaved for twelve years before he regained his freedom and returned to New York. There, he became an advocate for abolitionism and in the 1860s began helping fugitive slaves via the Underground Railroad.

Northup is believed to have died between 1863 and 1875, but both the date and circumstances of his death are unknown.

Sojourner Truth

Sojourner Truth (c.1797 - 1883) was born into slavery in New York State. In 1826, she escaped with her young daughter, leaving two of her other children behind. When her son was later illegally sold to a slave owner in Alabama she sued for his return, becoming one of the first black women to successfully challenge a white man in an American court. She spent the rest of her life campaigning for abolition, equal rights and universal suffrage, and found fame as a reformer and public speaker. Her memoir, The Narrative of Sojourner Truth, is published in Penguin Classics.

Frederick Douglass

Frederick Douglass was born into slavery in Maryland, 1818. He was separated from his mother as a baby and lived with his grandmother up to the age of eight, when he was sent to live as a house servant, a field hand and then a ship caulker. He escaped to New York in 1838 and seven years later published Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an autobiography of his life as a slave, which became an instant bestseller.

Douglass rose to fame as a powerful orator and spent the rest of his life campaigning for equality. He became a national leader of the abolitionist movement, a consultant to Abraham Lincoln in the civil rights movement and a passionate supporter of the women’s rights movement. He died in 1895.

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