Scenes in the Life of Harriet Tubman (eBook)

An Inspiring Journey to Freedom and Equality

Sarah H. Bradford (Autor)

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2024
150 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654781497-9 (EAN)

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In "Scenes in the Life of Harriet Tubman," Sarah H. Bradford offers an intimate portrayal of one of America's most venerated abolitionists. This biography combines vivid narrative and careful historical documentation, utilizing a straightforward literary style that emphasizes Tubman's courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to freedom. Bradford artfully weaves together anecdotes and testimonies, presenting not just Tubman's remarkable journeys via the Underground Railroad but also her profound impact on the community she served. Written during a time when the Civil War was reshaping the national consciousness, Bradford's work contributes significantly to the growing discourse on racial equality and women'Äôs rights in 19th-century America. Sarah H. Bradford, a prominent advocate for social reform, was particularly inspired by Tubman'Äôs legacy. As a contemporary of Tubman, Bradford understood the significance of documenting her life. Her own experiences in the abolitionist movement and close associations with various figures in activism enriched her perspective and fueled her passion for social justice, ultimately culminating in this definitive biography. "Scenes in the Life of Harriet Tubman" is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the nuances of the abolitionist movement and the life of this extraordinary woman. Bradford'Äôs engaging narrative not only illuminates Tubman's pivotal role in history but also serves as an inspiration to contemporary discussions on freedom and equality.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 18.1.2024
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Schlagworte: 19th Century America • abolitionist • Abolitionist biography • African American History • African American women • American History • Biography • Black History Month • Civil War • civil war struggles • Courageous women leaders • Dreams From My Father • Female empowerment narrative • freedom fighter • Harriet Tubman • historical slave narratives • Inspirational freedom fighters • Long Walk to Freedom • Malcolm X • Martin Luther King • Obama • oprah • personal resilience stories • Sarah H. Bradford • The New Jim Crow • The Underground Railroad • Underground Railroad • underground railroad journeys • Women's history