My Life In The South by Jacob Stroyer

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Author Stroyer, Jacob, 1849-1908
Title My Life In The South
Note Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "My Life In The South" by Jacob Stroyer is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides a first-hand perspective of the author’s experiences as a formerly enslaved person in the South, detailing the harrowing realities of slavery, family ties, and the gradual journey towards emancipation. The narrative promises to unveil the suffering and resilience of the enslaved population through Stroyer's personal stories, portraying the complexities of their existence before and during the Civil War. At the start of the narrative, Stroyer introduces his family background, explaining that his father was brought from Africa and sold into slavery in South Carolina. He recounts his early childhood on a plantation, highlighting the significant memories of family, including his mother's and father's experiences with slavery, as well as the daily lives of other enslaved individuals. Key details emerge about the treatment of slave children, their difficult conditions in the summer seat (sand hills), and the cruel overseers. The opening captures a vivid and painful recollection of childhood, illustrating both the innocence of youth and the brutal reality of the enslaved life, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his life and the broader context of slavery in America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject Slavery -- South Carolina
Category Text
EBook-No. 15096
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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