Publisher's Synopsis
The Narrative of Sojourner Truth is an autobiographical account of the life of a woman named Sojourner Truth. Born into slavery in New York in the late 1700s, Sojourner Truth endured a life of hardship and oppression before eventually gaining her freedom. The book chronicles her experiences as a slave, her escape to freedom, and her life as an abolitionist and women's rights activist.Throughout the book, Sojourner Truth describes the injustices and atrocities she witnessed as a slave, including the separation of families, the physical and emotional abuse of slaves, and the denial of basic human rights. She also recounts her experiences as a free woman, including her work as a domestic servant and her involvement in the abolitionist and suffrage movements.The Narrative of Sojourner Truth is an important historical document that sheds light on the experiences of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It is also a testament to the strength and resilience of one woman who overcame incredible odds to become a powerful voice for justice and equality.Note: This version was dictated by Sojourner Truth; and edited by Olive Gilbert.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.
