The Story of the Slave Girl Siwema
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Author | : Mildred Pitts Walter |
Publisher | : Open Road Media |
Total Pages | : 113 |
Release | : 2016-01-19 |
Genre | : Young Adult Fiction |
ISBN | : 1504027884 |
Set during the American Revolution and based on a true story, Elizabeth Freeman, a young slave, sues for her freedom—and wins Sheffield, Massachusetts. Six-year-old Aissa and her older sister, Elizabeth, work as slaves in the home of their owners—Master and Mistress Anna. Raised by Elizabeth after their mother died, and chafing under the yoke of bondage, Aissa is a natural-born rebel. Elizabeth, nicknamed Bett by her owners, is more accepting of her fate in spite of growing anti-slavery sentiment. She marries Josiah Freeman, a freed black man, and they have a child. Then on July 4, 1776, America achieves her dream of independence from England, and in 1780, Massachusetts drafts its own constitution, establishing a bill of rights. When Mistress Anna, angered by Aissa’s defiance, threatens her with a hot coal shovel, Bett takes the blow instead, and is severely burned. She walks out of the house, vowing never to come back—and takes her owners to court. Second Daughter is both riveting historical fiction and rousing courtroom drama about slavery, justice, courage, and the unconquerable love between two sisters.
Author | : Joseph G. Healey |
Publisher | : Paulines Publications Africa |
Total Pages | : 151 |
Release | : 2005 |
Genre | : Christian life |
ISBN | : 9966219498 |
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ISBN | : 9780780723856 |
Author | : Harriet A. Jacobs |
Publisher | : Aegitas |
Total Pages | : 206 |
Release | : 2024-06-27 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 0369411463 |
"Life of a Slave Girl" is an autobiographical novel written by Harriet Jacobs, chronicling her life as a slave and her eventual escape to freedom. Published in 1861, it is one of the first personal narratives written by a former female slave, offering a unique perspective on the brutal realities of slavery and the struggles faced by women in this oppressive system. The book begins with a detailed account of Harriet's childhood, growing up as a slave in North Carolina. She describes the happy moments of her early years, but also the constant fear and uncertainty that came with being owned by another person. Harriet reveals the harshness of her master, Dr. Flint, who relentlessly pursued her for sexual favors, leading her to seek refuge in a secret relationship with a white man. This relationship gives her two children, but also puts her in a vulnerable position as she feared that Dr. Flint would use them as leverage to control her. In a desperate attempt to escape the oppressive environment and protect her children, Harriet flees to the North and becomes a fugitive slave. She hides in a cramped attic for seven years, constantly fearing for her safety and the safety of her children. During this time, she struggles with poverty and discrimination, but also experiences the joy of being free and the hope of a better future. However, Harriet's story takes a dark turn when Dr. Flint catches up to her and attempts to bring her back into slavery. In a heart-wrenching decision, she is forced to send her children away to protect them, knowing that she may never see them again. Through her resilience and determination, Harriet eventually makes her way to the North, where she is reunited with her children and able to live as a free woman. Throughout the book, Harriet exposes the brutal and dehumanizing realities of slavery, particularly for women. She vividly describes the physical and sexual abuse she endured, as well as the emotional toll it took on her. She also sheds light on the ways in which female slaves were used and exploited by their masters, often being forced into sexual relationships and bearing children who were still considered property. In addition to her personal experiences, Harriet also speaks out against the institution of slavery as a whole. She reveals the hypocrisy of Christian slaveholders who justify their actions with religion and the irony of a country founded on the principles of freedom and equality still allowing the ownership and mistreatment of human beings. "Life of a Slave Girl" is not only a powerful memoir of one woman's journey to freedom, but also a powerful commentary on the horrors of slavery and the resilience of the human spirit. Harriet Jacobs' brave and honest account serves as a reminder of the injustices of the past and the ongoing fight for equality and social justice. It is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complex and painful history of slavery in America.
Author | : Harriet A. Jacobs |
Publisher | : Harvard University Press |
Total Pages | : 497 |
Release | : 2009-11-30 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 0674035836 |
John Jacobs' short slave narrative, "A True Tale of Slavery", published in London in 1861, adds a brother's perspective to Harriet Jacobs' autobiography. This book is the enlarged edition of the most significant and celebrated slave narrative that completes the Jacobs family saga.
Author | : Shonda Renee' Brooks |
Publisher | : Lulu.com |
Total Pages | : 102 |
Release | : 2015-07-10 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 1329249720 |
This is a non-fiction book which introduces readers to a young mulatto slave named Hannah born in the year 1828 in the state of Georgia. Her life before the year 1870 has long since been a mystery. The author bridges the gaps in history and brings Hannah back to life starting with a deed from the year 1840 which gives Hannah away as a wedding present.
Author | : Harriet Ann Jacobs |
Publisher | : Schomburg Library of Nineteenth-Century Black Women Writers |
Total Pages | : 354 |
Release | : 1990 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 9780195066708 |
As Linda Brent, the book's heroine and narrator, Harriet Jacobs recounts the history of her family and recalls the degradation of slavery.
Author | : Kate Drumgoold |
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Total Pages | : 74 |
Release | : 1898 |
Genre | : Slavery |
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