Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume X, Missouri Narratives is a powerful and eye-opening compilation of firsthand accounts from individuals who experienced slavery in Missouri. The stories shared in this book shed light on the harsh realities of slavery, providing a stark reminder of the inhumanity and cruelty that existed in America's past.
The narratives are raw and unfiltered, giving readers a glimpse into the daily lives of slaves and the struggles they faced. From the physical abuse and hardships to the emotional toll of being treated as property, each story adds another layer to our understanding of this dark chapter in history.
What makes this book particularly impactful is the fact that these accounts come directly from the mouths of those who lived through it. The authenticity and honesty of their words make the stories even more compelling and serve as a powerful testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit.
Overall, Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume X, Missouri Narratives is an essential read for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the legacy of slavery in America. It is a poignant and important collection that deserves to be heard and remembered for generations to come.
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Slave Narratives Volume X: Missouri 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 X
MISSOURI NARRATIVES
Prepared by the Federal Writers' Project of
the Works Progress Administration
for the State of Missouri
[HW:] Handwritten note
[TR:] Transcriber's note
INFORMANTS
James Monroe Abbot Betty Abernathy Hannah Allen W.C. Parson Allen Charles Gabriel Anderson Jane Baker Mary A. Bell William Black George Bollinger Annie Bridges Betty Brown Steve Brown Richard Bruner Robert Bryant Alex Bufford Harriet Casey Joe Casey Lula Chambers Emmaline Cope Peter Corn Ed Craddock Isabelle Daniel [TR: Mrs. Eli Daniel] Henry Dant Lucy Davis Mary Divine Mary Douthit John Estell Smoky Eulenberg Ann Ulrich Evans James Goings Rachael Goings Sarah... Continue reading book >>
