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Behind the Scenes - Thirty years a slave and Four Years in the White House - cover

Behind the Scenes - Thirty years a slave and Four Years in the White House

Elizabeth Keckley

Verlag: Interactive Media

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Beschreibung

An autobiographical narrative by Elizabeth Keckley which offers insight into the struggles of African American women during the Civil War era. The text serves to critically reflect upon and expose the systemic injustices faced by slaves during this period, while simultaneously exploring themes of resilience and strength in overcoming oppression.
Verfügbar seit: 19.01.2023.
Drucklänge: 168 Seiten.

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