""Memories of Childhood's Slavery Days"" is a memoir written by Annie L. Burton in 1909. The book details Burton's experiences growing up as a slave in Kentucky during the mid-19th century. Burton recounts the harsh realities of life on a plantation, including the brutal treatment of slaves by their masters, the constant fear of punishment, and the struggles to maintain a sense of community and family in the face of oppression. Despite the difficult subject matter, Burton's memoir is also a testament to the resilience and ...
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""Memories of Childhood's Slavery Days"" is a memoir written by Annie L. Burton in 1909. The book details Burton's experiences growing up as a slave in Kentucky during the mid-19th century. Burton recounts the harsh realities of life on a plantation, including the brutal treatment of slaves by their masters, the constant fear of punishment, and the struggles to maintain a sense of community and family in the face of oppression. Despite the difficult subject matter, Burton's memoir is also a testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit. She describes how she and her fellow slaves found ways to resist their bondage, through acts of rebellion and small moments of joy and solidarity. The book provides a unique perspective on the history of slavery in the United States, offering a firsthand account of the experiences of those who were forced to live under its brutal regime. It is a powerful and moving testament to the enduring legacy of slavery and its impact on generations of African Americans.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.
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