Annie L. Burton's 'My Childhood's Days in Slavery' is a poignant memoir depicting the harsh realities of slavery through the eyes of a child. Written in a straightforward and engaging style, the book offers a unique perspective on the experiences of enslaved individuals in the antebellum South. Burton's vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes provide readers with an intimate look into the daily struggles faced by those living under the oppressive system of slavery. The narrative also delves into the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity, making it a powerful and thought-provoking read. In the context of antebellum literature, Burton's work stands out for its candid and unfiltered portrayal of the horrors of slavery, shedding light on a dark chapter in American history. Readers interested in exploring the personal accounts of slavery and its impact on individuals will find 'My Childhood's Days in Slavery' a compelling and enlightening read.
Memories of Childhood's Slavery Days
Annie L. Burton
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bookMy Childhood's Days in Slavery : Autobiography of a Former Slave Woman
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Frederick Douglass, Harriet Jacobs, Booker T. Washington, William Grimes, Solomon Northup, Sojourner Truth, Mary Prince, Zamba Zembola, Boyrereau Brinch, Olaudah Equiano, Solomon Bayley, Moses Roper, Henry Watson, John Brown, William Craft, Ellen Craft, J. W. Loguen, John Andrew Jackson, Willie Lynch, Nat Turner, Louis Hughes, Jacob D. Green, Elizabeth Keckley, Josiah Henson, Charles Ball, Austin Steward, Henry Bibb, William Wells Brown, L. S. Thompson, James W. C. Pennington, Kate Drumgoold, Lucy A. Delaney, Moses Grandy, Leonard Black, Henry Box Brown, Phillis Wheatley, William Walker, James L. Smith, Joseph Mountain, Peter Still, Annie L. Burton, Israel Campbell, Lewis Clarke, Francis Fedric, William Still, Joseph Vance Lewis, Rev. Greensbury Washington Offley, John Thompson, Venture Smith, Isaac D. Williams, Octavia Albert
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Annie L. Burton
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