Slave Narratives
A Folk History of Slavery in the United States. From Interviews with Former Slaves / Kentucky NarrativesBy United States. Work Projects Administration
Length4h 5m
About this audiobook
"Slave Narratives" emerges as a significant testament to the experiences of former enslaved individuals in America, compiled by the United States Work Projects Administration during the 1930s. This anthology features firsthand accounts that offer invaluable insights into the lives, struggles, and resistances of African Americans before the Civil War. The collection is characterized by its documentary style, employing direct quotations and rich oral histories that bring forth the voices of those who endured the brutal realities of slavery. The narratives are not only vital historical documents but also serve as literary artifacts that reflect the resilience and humanity of their subjects against a backdrop of systemic oppression. The Work Projects Administration, created as part of the New Deal, was instrumental in employing writers and historians to document American life during the Great Depression. By focusing on slave narratives, the WPA aimed to preserve these critical yet often overlooked stories. Through interviews with aging former slaves, this initiative produced a compelling body of work that highlights the cultural memory of African Americans and confronts the legacy of slavery in the United States. "Slave Narratives" is an essential read for anyone interested in American history, African American literature, or social justice. This powerful compilation not only educates readers about the haunting realities of slavery but also celebrates the enduring strength of the human spirit. Engaging with these narratives invites readers to reflect on historical injustices while fostering a deeper understanding of the roots of contemporary racial issues.
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GenreHistory
Length4 hrs 5 mins
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Publish dateMay 28, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: TYPEWRITTEN RECORDS PREPARED BY THE FEDERAL WRITERS' PROJECT 1936-1938 ASSEMBLED BY THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS PROJECT WORK PROJECTS ADMINISTRATION FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA SPONSORED BY THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
3VOLUME VII
4KENTUCKY NARRATIVES: Prepared by The Federal Writers' Project of The Works Progress Administration For the State of Kentucky
5INFORMANTS
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6COMBINED INTERVIEWS
7Garrard County. Ex-Slave Stories. (Eliza Ison) [HW: Ky 9] Interview with Dan Bogie:
8Garrard County. Ex-Slave Stories. (Eliza Ison) [HW: Ky 13] Interview with George Henderson:
9Garrard County. Ex-Slave Stories. (Eliza Ison) [HW: Ky 11] Aunt Harriet Mason—Ex-Slave:
10Garrard County. Ex-Slave Stories. (Eliza Ison) Interview with Bert Mayfield:
11Mercer County. Ex-Slave Stories. (Hazel Cinnamon) Interview with Will Oats—Ex-Slave:
12Garrard County. Ex-Slave Stories. (Eliza Ison) Aunt Belle Robinson:
13Monroe County. Folklore. (Lenneth Jones-242) [HW: Essay] Uncle Edd Shirley (97): Janitor at Tompkinsville Drug Co. and Hospital, Tompkinsville, Ky.
14Garrard County. Ex-Slave Stories. (Eliza Ison) Interview with Ex-Slave Uncle Wes Woods:
15COMBINED INTERVIEWS: Customs: By Counties Slavery: Local History and Dialect
16ANDERSON CO. (Mildred Roberts) Story of Ann Gudgel (age unknown):
17UNION CO. (Ruby Garten) Mrs. Heyburn:
18CALLOWAY CO. (L. Cherry) Story of Uncle George Scruggs, a colored slave:
19GARRARD CO. (Sue Higgins) Story of Aunt Harriet Mason age 100—a slave girl:
20BOYD CO. (Carl F. Hall) Rev. John R. Cox:
21WAYNE CO. (Gertrude Vogler) [Mrs. Duncan:]
22DAVIES CO. (Cecelia Laswell) [Mrs. Elizabeth Alexander:]
23LAUREL CO. (Perry Larkey) Amelia Jones:
24Jenny McKee:
25JEFFERSON CO. (Byers York) Susan Dale Sanders:
26John Anderson:
27Joana Owens:
28[Martha J. Jones:]
29FLOYD CO. (John I. Sturgill) Charlie Richmond:
30OWENS CO. (John Forsee) George Dorsey:
31CHRISTIAN CO. (Mamie Hanberry) Annie B. Boyd:
32Kate Billingsby:
33Nannie Eaves:
34Mary Wright:
35CLAY CO. (Pearl House) Sophia Word:
36BOYD CO. (Carl F. Hall)
37BELL CO. (Nelle Shumate) Mandy Gibson:
38BREATHITT CO. (Margaret Bishop) As told by Scott Mitchell, a former slave:
39UNION CO. (Ruby J. Girten) A Bill of Sale:
40WILL—Nancy Austin:
41ROCKCASTLE CO. (Robert Mullins)
42CLARK CO. (Mayme Nunnelley)
43MONTGOMERY CO. (Gladys Robertson)
44MONROE CO. (Lenneth Jones) (Uncle) Edd Shirley:
45The Story of Mrs. C. Hood:
46ESTILL CO. (Evelyn McLemore) Story of Peter Bruner, a former slave:
47CHRISTIAN CO. (Mamie Hanbery) [HW: Ky 3] Story of Easter Sudie Campbell, (age about 72, Webber St., Hopkinsville, Ky.)
48[Story of Uncle Dick:]
49Annie Morgan:
50Story of Cora Torian: (217 W. 2nd St., Hopkinsville, Ky.—Age 71.)
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