100$ Reward On My Head – Powerful & Unflinching Memoirs Of Former Slaves: 28 Narratives In One Volume (2024)

Biography & Autobiography / Personal Memoirs, - Literary Collections / American / African American & Black -

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Thomas Clarkson, Daniel Drayton, Louis Hughes, Lydia Maria Child, Austin Steward, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, Moses Grandy, William Wells Brown, William Still, Nat Turner, Henry Bibb, Olaudah Equiano, Sojourner Truth, Mary Prince, Kate Drumgoold, Frederick Douglass, Brantz Mayer, Theodore Canot, Booker T. Washington, Elizabeth Keckley, Charles Ball, Solomon Northup, Josiah Henson, Stephen Smith, Ellen Craft, William Craft, John Gabriel Stedman, Sarah H. Bradford, Lucy A. Delaney, L. S. Thompson, F. G. De Fontaine, Henry Box Brown, John Dixon Long, Harriet Jacobs, Jacob D. Green, Thomas S. Gaines, Willie Lynch, Margaretta Matilda Odell, Joseph Mountain

01/15/2024
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"100$ REWARD ON MY HEAD 'Äì Powerful & Unflinching Memoirs Of Former Slaves: 28 Narratives in One Volume" stands as a monumental anthology capturing the raw and diverse testimonies of 28 former slaves. This volume presents a vivid tapestry of literary styles, encompassing gripping narratives that span from eloquent appeals to brutal truths about the institution of slavery. At the heart of the collection lies an unyielding theme: resilience and the fight for freedom against an oppressive system. Each memoir offers a distinctive lens into the historical and social fabric of slavery, collectively creating a compelling dialogue that reveals the multiplicity of experiences within this dark chapter of history. The editors have meticulously gathered these groundbreaking accounts to ensure that their legacy endures and educates future generations. The array of contributors, from noted abolitionists like Frederick Douglass to pioneering voices such as Sojourner Truth and Ida B. Wells-Barnett, collectively enrich this anthology by drawing upon their lived experiences and advocacy for justice. Many of these authors were actively involved in pivotal cultural and reform movements, such as abolitionism and women's suffrage. Their narratives not only align with but also propel these historical movements by providing first-hand testimony to the cruelties endured and the subsequent emancipation efforts. Through their varied narratives, this collection achieves a cohesive, historic cadence that brings to light individual and collective truths, further deepening our understanding of the period. For scholars and enthusiasts alike, "100$ REWARD ON MY HEAD" offers an indispensable resource that invites readers to engage with a spectrum of voices, each illuminating a unique facet of the slave experience. This volume stands as an educational beacon, inviting readers to explore the richness of each memoir'Äôs insights, and emphasizes the importance of understanding the past to contextualize the ongoing dialogues about race, identity, and human rights. The anthology is a testament to the power of stories to transcend time, challenging readers to reflect on the values of perseverance, dignity, and the universal pursuit of freedom."}
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