Bond And Free: A True Tale of Slave Times: A True Tale Of Slave Times (1886) - Softcover

Howard, James H. W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 054856342X ISBN 13: 9780548563427

Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, 2007

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Bond and Free: A True Tale of Slave Times is a historical memoir written by James H. W. Howard and published in 1886. The book is a personal account of Howard's experiences as a slave in the southern United States during the mid-19th century. The book begins with Howard's childhood on a plantation in Virginia where he was born into slavery. Howard recounts the harsh realities of life as a slave, including the physical and emotional abuse he and his family endured at the hands of their masters. Despite the cruelty he faced, Howard also shares moments of joy and camaraderie with his fellow slaves, highlighting their resilience and determination in the face of adversity.As the Civil War approaches, Howard's life takes a dramatic turn. He and his family are freed from slavery and begin the long journey towards building a new life as free citizens. Howard's account of this transition is both poignant and illuminating, shedding light on the challenges faced by newly freed slaves as they navigated the complexities of post-Civil War society.Throughout the book, Howard's writing is marked by a sense of honesty and authenticity. He offers a firsthand perspective on the realities of slavery and the struggles faced by those seeking to build a new life in the aftermath of the Civil War. Bond and Free: A True Tale of Slave Times is a powerful and illuminating memoir that offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2007
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 054856342X
• ISBN 13: 9780548563427
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 288
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