Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews With Former Slaves, Volume I, Alabama Narratives (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781023418010)

"Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume I, Alabama Narratives" offers an unparalleled glimpse into the lives of enslaved people in 19th-century Alabama. Collected by the United States Work Projects Administration, this volume presents firsthand accounts transcribed directly from interviews with former slaves.

These narratives, a vital part of African American history, provide a powerful and moving oral history of a brutal institution and the resilience of those who endured it. Explore the social conditions, personal experiences, and enduring spirit of individuals living under the yoke of slavery. This collection is a crucial resource for understanding the complexities of slavery and its lasting impact on American society. A valuable addition to any collection focusing on United States history, African American history, and the history of slavery.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

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Author: United States Work P. Administration
ISBN-10: 1023418010
ISBN-13: 9781023418010
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Language: English
Published: 03/29/2025
Pages: 448
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.76lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.00d