Slavery's Pleasant Homes & Other Tales (eBook)

The Quadroons, Charity Bowery, The Emancipated Slaveholders, Anecdote of Elias Hicks, The Black Saxons & Jan and Zaida

Lydia Maria Child (Autor)

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2023
61 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654776160-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "Slavery's Pleasant Homes & Other Tales," Lydia Maria Child poignantly addresses the moral implications of slavery through a blend of fiction and socio-political narrative. The work, set against the backdrop of 19th-century America, employs a vivid, emotive literary style that paints both the harsh realities of enslavement and the complexities of human relationships within that context. Child intertwines her storytelling with an earnest appeal for abolition, utilizing a technique that combines personal anecdotes with fictionalized accounts to effect political and social change. The collection challenges readers to confront their own complicity in the institution of slavery while weaving in themes of family, freedom, and moral duty. Child, a prominent abolitionist and women's rights advocate, was deeply influenced by her Quaker upbringing, which instilled in her a profound sense of justice. Her engagement in social reform movements and her connections with other reformers, including Frederick Douglass, provided the impetus for her writings. "Slavery's Pleasant Homes & Other Tales" illustrates her commitment to shedding light on the brutal realities of slavery while integrating the human dimensions of those affected, making her arguments all the more compelling. This collection is essential reading for anyone interested in American literature, social justice, or the antebellum period. Child's masterful interweaving of narrative and activism serves as a powerful reminder of the moral choices we face and the stories that shape our understanding of history. Readers will find themselves both captivated and challenged, gaining insight into the humanity behind the abolitionist movement.

Autor

Lydia Maria Child (1802-1880) was a prolific American writer, who remains firmly imprinted in the literary and social history of the United States for her contributions to the causes of abolitionism and women's rights. Child was born Lydia Maria Francis in Medford, Massachusetts, and embarked on her literary career with the publication of a historical novel, 'Hobomok' in 1824. She gained popularity with 'The Frugal Housewife' (1829), a guide aimed at middle-class female domesticity, revealing her skill at addressing the needs and interests of her audience with relatability and practical advice. Her literary style evolved over years, mirroring the depth of her social commitment, particularly her vehement opposition to slavery. 'Slavery's Pleasant Homes & Other Tales' portrays Child's vehemence through a series of stories that explicitly depict the brutalities of the slavery system, written with the aim of galvanizing public sentiment against the institution. Child's writings extended beyond fiction into pivotal works like 'An Appeal in Favor of that Class of Americans Called Africans' (1833), a seminal anti-slavery treatise that cemented her status as a champion of human rights. Her technical versatility combined with an unyielding ethical vision renders her an important author whose works continue to provide insight into the socio-political landscape of 19th-century America.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 23.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th century american fiction • abolitionist literature • Abolitionist Narratives • Abolitionist stories • African American womens stories • Antebellum America • Antebellum era narratives • Antebellum South • born a crime • compelling moral dilemmas • detailed storytelling style • emotional character portrayals • Empathetic narratives • female author classics • Hidden Figures • Hillbilly Elegy • historical American anthologies • historical fiction • Historical fiction tales • human rights activism • Interracial Relationships • Just Mercy • Literary critique • Literary depictions of slavery • Lydia Maria Child writings • March Trilogy • Oprah Winfrey • Say Goodbye for Now • Slaveholding Society • slavery experiences • slavery-themed fiction • Social Critique • social justice themes • Social reform fiction • The New Jim Crow • Trump • women's rights • women's rights activism • yellow crocus