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Author United States. Work Projects Administration
Title Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves. Administrative Files
Selected Records Bearing on the History of the Slave Narratives
Note Reading ease score: 63.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves" is a compelling collection of historical accounts compiled and produced by the Federal Writers' Project during the late 1930s. This book is categorized as a historical account and showcases the personal experiences of former slaves, offering a rare glimpse into their lives, thoughts, and feelings surrounding slavery and emancipation. The narratives are drawn from interviews collected from surviving ex-slaves, presenting a vital source of firsthand accounts during a significant period in American history. The content of the book spans a wide array of topics, reflecting the complex realities of life under slavery, the nature of slave-master relationships, and the impact of the Civil War and Emancipation on individuals and families. Through evocative storytelling, the narratives unveil personal stories of struggle, resilience, cultural traditions, and the nuances of daily life for slaves in various states across the South. The voices of the narrators are rendered in rich, authentic dialect that captures the essence of their experiences, making this book not only a historical source but also a valuable work of folk literature that underscores the humanity and individuality of those who endured the hardships of slavery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E740: History: America: Twentieth century
Subject Federal Writers' Project. Slave narratives
Category Text
EBook-No. 13847
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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