5 hrs 55 mins | HISTORY | United States"Born In Slavery" delves into the most compelling testimonies from the WPA Slave Narrative Collection, offering an immersive journey into the lives of over 2,000 formerly enslaved individuals. This curated compilation unveils the resilience, courage, and indomitable spirit that transcended the shackles of oppression.
Spanning diverse states and backgrounds, the narratives provide an intimate look into the daily struggles, triumphs, and dreams of those who endured slavery. The book unfolds as a mosaic of voices, revealing the complexities of their experiences, from the mundane to the extra...
"Born In Slavery" delves into the most compelling testimonies from the WPA Slave Narrative Collection, offering an immersive journey into the lives of over 2,000 formerly enslaved individuals. This curated compilation unveils the resilience, courage, and indomitable spirit that transcended the shackles of oppression.
Spanning diverse states and backgrounds, the narratives provide an intimate look into the daily struggles, triumphs, and dreams of those who endured slavery. The book unfolds as a mosaic of voices, revealing the complexities of their experiences, from the mundane to the extraordinary.
Readers encounter firsthand accounts transporting them to plantations, cities, and rural landscapes. The narratives highlight family bonds, challenges of daily existence, and the quest for identity in a dehumanizing society. "Born In Slavery" not only exposes the brutality of slavery but also showcases unwavering strength and determination.
The collection navigates the joys of family reunions, sorrows of separation, rhythms of labor, and the yearning for education. It sheds light on the diversity of experiences, shaping a collective journey. The book is a testament to the enduring power of storytelling, inviting reflection on the legacy of slavery and its impact on the American narrative.
"Born In Slavery" resonates as a powerful tribute to the strength of the human spirit, contributing to a broader understanding of the complexities embedded in American history. In the voices of narrators, it stands as an indispensable addition to the canon of American history.
| # | Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | opening |
0 mins 15 secs |
| 2. | 01 - Introduction |
1 mins 17 secs |
| 3. | 02 - Mary Anderson |
10 mins 00 secs |
| 4. | 03 - Mary Armstrong |
9 mins 02 secs |
| 5. | 04 - Frank Bell |
4 mins 28 secs |
| 6. | 05 - Boston Blackwell |
8 mins 37 secs |
| 7. | 06 - W L Bost |
10 mins 53 secs |
| 8. | 07 - Julia Brown |
12 mins 03 secs |
| 9. | 08 - Anthony Dawson |
13 mins 12 secs |
| 10. | 09 - Millie Evans |
12 mins 47 secs |
| 11. | 10 - Mrs M S Fayman |
6 mins 16 secs |
| 12. | 11 - John Finnely |
9 mins 49 secs |
| 13. | 12 - Delia Garlic |
5 mins 56 secs |
| 14. | 13 - Robert Glenn |
14 mins 34 secs |
| 15. | 14 - Andrew Goodman |
9 mins 23 secs |
| 16. | 15 - Arnold Gragston |
10 mins 46 secs |
| 17. | 16 - Mary Ella Grandberry |
11 mins 37 secs |
| 18. | 17 - Sarah Gudger |
9 mins 47 secs |
| 19. | 18 - Martin Jackson |
7 mins 04 secs |
| 20. | 19 - Silas Jackson |
8 mins 18 secs |
| 21. | 20 - Lewis Jenkins |
10 mins 07 secs |
| 22. | 21 - Tines Kendricks |
15 mins 22 secs |
| 23. | 22 - Fannie Moore |
15 mins 00 secs |
| 24. | 23 - William Moore |
9 mins 15 secs |
| 25. | 24 - Andrew Moss |
7 mins 10 secs |
| 26. | 25 - Delicia Patterson |
6 mins 54 secs |
| 27. | 26 - Mary Reynolds |
17 mins 35 secs |
| 28. | 27 - Harriett Robinson |
7 mins 59 secs |
| 29. | 28 - Tom Robinson |
4 mins 55 secs |
| 30. | 29 - Robert Shepherd |
16 mins 29 secs |
| 31. | 30 - Bill Simms |
9 mins 29 secs |
| 32. | 31 - Ben Simpson |
5 mins 30 secs |
| 33. | 32 - Gus Smith |
21 mins 34 secs |
| 34. | 33 - Rosa Starke |
7 mins 12 secs |
| 35. | 34 - Mingo White |
15 mins 01 secs |
| 36. | 35 - Rose Williams |
8 mins 43 secs |
| 37. | closing |
0 mins 14 secs |
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