Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 3 By: United States. Work Projects Administration |
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Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 3 is a powerful and haunting collection of firsthand accounts from former slaves. The book provides a unique and invaluable look into the brutal and dehumanizing institution of slavery in America.
The narratives are raw, honest, and heartbreaking, as former slaves recount the harsh realities of their lives under bondage. From the physical abuse and forced labor to the emotional trauma of being separated from loved ones, these stories paint a vivid picture of the injustices suffered by African Americans during this dark period in American history.
Despite the tremendous adversity they faced, the resilience and strength of the individuals captured in these narratives is truly inspiring. Their voices speak loudly and demand to be heard, reminding readers of the indomitable human spirit that can endure even the most oppressive circumstances.
Slave Narratives sheds light on a painful chapter in America's past and serves as a powerful testament to the resilience and perseverance of those who survived it. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the legacy of slavery and its impact on generations of African Americans. 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 IV GEORGIA NARRATIVES PART 3 Prepared by the Federal Writers' Project of the Works Progress Administration for the State of Georgia INFORMANTS Kendricks, Jennie 1 Kilpatrick, Emmaline 8 Kimbrough, Frances 14 King, Charlie 16 Kinney, Nicey 21 Larken, Julia 34 Lewis, George 47 McCommons, Mirriam 51 McCree, Ed 56 McCullough, Lucy 66 McDaniel, Amanda 71 McGruder, Tom 76 McIntosh, Susan 78 McKinney, Matilda 88 McWhorter, William 91 Malone, Mollie 104 Mason, Charlie 108 [TR: In the interview, Aunt Carrie Mason] Matthews, Susan 115 Mays, Emily 118 Mention, Liza 121 Miller, Harriet 126 Mitchell, Mollie 133 Mobley, Bob 136 Nix, Fanny 139 Nix, Henry 143 Ogletree, Lewis 146 Orford, Richard 149 Parkes, Anna 153 Pattillio, G... Continue reading book >>
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