The Testimonies of Slaves (eBook)

Hundreds of Recorded Interviews and Life Stories of Former Slaves in the South

Work Projects Administration (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
7859 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654772312-7 (EAN)

Infos

The Testimonies of Slaves, a landmark contribution from the Work Projects Administration (WPA), compiles firsthand accounts of African American slaves, illuminating the complexities of their lives and experiences. This profound collection features a rich tapestry of narratives that reflect a multitude of voices, providing a window into the psychological and social dimensions of slavery. The literary style is marked by a raw authenticity that is both haunting and poignant, resonating with the emotional weight of individual testimonies. Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, this work serves to document an often-overlooked aspect of American history, offering a critical commentary on the legacy of slavery and its enduring impacts on contemporary society. The Work Projects Administration, established during President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal, aimed to provide jobs and preserve cultural heritage. The compilation of these testimonies was driven by a desire to capture the truths of enslaved lives, as many of the witnesses and narrators were aging and fading into memory. This concerted effort reflects a broader cultural movement during the 1930s to recognize and reclaim African American history, emphasizing the importance of primary sources in understanding complex historical realities. I highly recommend The Testimonies of Slaves to scholars, students, and anyone interested in American history, social justice, or African American literature. By providing a platform for marginalized voices, this work not only educates but also urges critical reflection on the narratives that shape our understanding of the past. Engaging with this collection will deepen your appreciation for the resilience of the human spirit amidst the trials of oppression.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century slavery • abolitionist literature • african american biographies • African American testimonies • American History • american slavery • American slavery narratives • Black lives matter • Civil War testimonies • emancipation accounts • Federal Writers' Project • first-hand accounts slavery • George Floyd • Great Depression • Great Depression projects • historical documentation • historical oral histories • human resilience • literary tradition • Marginalized voices preservation • National Consciousness • Oral History • poignant historical reflection • primary source documents • Protests • racial discrimination history • Racism • raw emotional storytelling • Raw prose • Resilience in oppression • slave narratives • Slavery • Social Justice • WPA narratives collection