Publisher's Synopsis
Incidents In The Life Of A Slave Girl Written by Herself is an autobiography written by Harriet Jacobs, a former slave who escaped to freedom in the North. The book provides a firsthand account of the experiences of a slave girl in the antebellum South, including the physical and sexual abuse she endured from her master and the emotional turmoil of being separated from her children. Jacobs also details her daring escape to the North and the challenges she faced as a free woman. The book offers a unique perspective on the institution of slavery and the struggles of African Americans during this time period. It is a powerful and moving narrative of resilience, courage, and determination in the face of oppression.Published For The Author in 1861.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.
