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The Memories of Slavery - Complete Collection - Thousands of Recorded Interviews Memoirs & Narratives - cover

The Memories of Slavery - Complete Collection - Thousands of Recorded Interviews Memoirs & Narratives

Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, William Craft, Ellen Craft, Sojourner Truth, Aphra Behn, Harriet Jacobs, Solomon Northup, Stephen Smith, Louis Hughes, Elizabeth Keckley, Nat Turner, Mary Prince, OLAUDAH EQUIANO, Charles Ball, Willie Lynch, John Gabriel Stedman, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, William Still, Henry Bibb, Josiah Henson, Brantz Mayer, Moses Grandy, Sarah H. Bradford, Jacob D. Green, Austin Steward, L. S. Thompson, Kate Drumgoold, Lucy A. Delaney, Henry Box Brown, Margaretta Matilda Odell, Thomas S. Gaines, Theodore Canot, Daniel Drayton, Thomas Clarkson, F. G. De Fontaine, John Dixon Long, Joseph Mountain, Administration Work Projects

Editorial: Good Press

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The Memories of Slavery - Complete Collection is an unparalleled anthology that captures the multifaceted narratives of slavery and resilience. This comprehensive collection brings together a wide range of literary styles, from poignant autobiographical accounts to incisive essays and thrilling narratives. The thematic richness is reflected in the diversity of experiences, offering profound insight into the era's social and political intricacies. Standout works provide compelling depictions of both the brutality of slavery and the indomitable spirit of those who resisted and survived. The contributing authors, including trailblazers like Frederick Douglass, Sojourner Truth, and Harriet Jacobs, provide an invaluable mosaic of perspectives that illuminate the historical and cultural contexts of their times. This anthology aligns with key historical movements, especially the abolitionist and civil rights movements, revealing the varied voices that speak to the shared struggle for freedom and dignity. The remarkable range of contributors, from those firsthand accounts by slaves to influential figures in abolitionism and beyond, collectively enriches the tapestry of human resilience and justice. For those eager to explore the depths of this tumultuous and defining chapter in history, The Memories of Slavery - Complete Collection offers an unparalleled educational journey. Dive into a trove of perspectives that capture the complexities of human endurance and the enduring fight for equality. This anthology is an essential resource for its breadth of insights and the dialogue it fosters between different authors' works, each offering a unique lens through which to view and understand the caustic legacies of slavery and the hope for a more equitable future.
Disponible desde: 30/12/2023.
Longitud de impresión: 13589 páginas.

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