The Horrors of Slavery in America (eBook)

Work Projects Administration (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
7859 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654738779-4 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Horrors of Slavery in America," the Work Projects Administration presents a poignant and unflinching documentation of the brutal realities faced by enslaved individuals in the antebellum United States. This comprehensive compilation encompasses firsthand narratives, historical accounts, and vivid testimonials, skillfully employing a blend of oral histories and archival research to paint a harrowing picture of the inhumanity of slavery. The literary style is grounded in realism, utilizing rich, evocative language that immerses readers in the lived experiences of those who endured servitude and oppression, positioned within the broader socio-political context of 20th-century America. The Work Projects Administration (WPA), established during the New Deal, aimed to provide jobs and stimulate the economy through the arts and humanities. Through this project, American writers and historians, compelled by the ethical urgency of documenting marginalized voices, sought to confront the legacy of slavery and its lingering impact on American society. Their commitment to preserving these stories reflects a crucial moment in American history and literature, where rediscovered histories were brought to the fore. This book is essential for readers interested in American history, social justice, and the complex narratives surrounding slavery. It serves as both an educational resource and a powerful statement against the atrocities of the past, encouraging a deep reflection on the enduring scars of slavery in contemporary society.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Schlagworte: 19th Century American History • abolitionist movement literature • african american experience • African American History • American History • american slavery history • American slavery narratives • Antebellum South • Black lives matter • brutality of enslavement • Civil Rights historical accounts • Cultural legacy of slavery • dark chapter American history • dehumanizing experiences • Educational resource slavery • emancipation of slaves • Federal Writers' Project • firsthand slave accounts • George Floyd • Great Depression • historical documentation • historical documents collection • human resilience • Literary Realism • National Remembrance • oral histories • Protests • racial discrimination in America • Racism • Resilience in oppression • slave biographies • slave narratives • Slavery • slave trade history • WPA historical narratives