Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 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, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 is a powerful and raw collection of firsthand accounts from individuals who experienced the horrors of slavery. The narratives provide a heartbreaking glimpse into the lives of those who were brutally oppressed and dehumanized by the institution of slavery.
The stories shared in this book are both harrowing and enlightening, offering a perspective on history that is often overlooked or ignored. The voices of the former slaves are clear and unfiltered, painting a vivid picture of the cruelty and injustice they endured.
Reading these narratives is a gut-wrenching experience, as the individuals recount the brutality of their treatment and the resilience they displayed in the face of such adversity. It is a stark reminder of the dark chapters of American history and the enduring legacy of slavery.
Overall, Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4 is a poignant and important collection that sheds light on a dark period in our nation's past. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the true impact of slavery on the lives of those who lived through it. 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 II ARKANSAS NARRATIVES PART 4 Prepared by the Federal Writers' Project of the Works Progress Administration for the State of Arkansas INFORMANTS Jackson, Clarice 1, 3 Jackson, Israel 5 Jackson, Lula 9, 18 Jackson, Mary 20 Jackson, Taylor 22 Jackson, Virginia 26 Jackson, William 28 Jamar, Lawson 30 James, Nellie 32 James, Robert 34 Jefferson, Ellis 36 Jeffries, Moses 38 Jefson, Rev. Ellis 43 Jenkins, Absolom 47 Jerman, Dora... Continue reading book >>
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