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The true story of an individual’s struggle for self-identity, self-preservation, and freedom, Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl remains among the few extant slave narratives written by a woman. This autobiographical account chronicles the remarkable odyssey of Harriet Jacobs (1813–1897) whose dauntless spirit and faith carried her from a life of servitude and degradation in North Carolina to liberty and reunion with her children in the North.
Written and published in 1861 after Jacobs’ harrowing escape from a vile and predatory master, the memoir delivers a powerful and unflinching portrayal of the abuses and hypocrisy of the master-slave relationship. Jacobs writes frankly of the horrors she suffered as a slave, her eventual escape after several unsuccessful attempts, and her seven years in self-imposed exile, hiding in a coffin-like “garret” attached to her grandmother’s porch.
A rare firsthand account of a courageous woman’s determination and endurance, this inspirational story also represents a valuable historical record of the continuing battle for freedom and the preservation of family.
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ASIN : 0486419312
Publisher : Dover Publications; Reprint edition (November 9, 2001)
Language : English
Paperback : 176 pages
ISBN-10 : 9780486419312
ISBN-13 : 978-0486419312
Reading age : 18 years and up
Lexile measure : 740L
Item Weight : 4.8 ounces
Dimensions : 5 x 0.5 x 8 inches
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Customers find the book engaging and well-written. They describe the story as compelling, interesting, and heartbreaking. The insights into slavery and life of a slave girl are described as powerful, inspiring, and informative. Readers appreciate the historical context and the emotional impact of the story. Overall, they find the book an empowering tale of women’s strength and courage.
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