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Thompson, Charles, 1833- |
| Title |
Biography of a Slave, Being the Experiences of Rev. Charles Thompson, a Preacher of the United Brethren Church, While a Slave in the South.
Together with Startling Occurrences Incidental to Slave Life.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Dave Morgan and PG Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"Biography of a Slave" by Rev. Charles Thompson is a firsthand historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative chronicles the life experiences of Charles Thompson, who was born into slavery in Mississippi, detailing both the harsh realities and personal tribulations he faced as a slave, as well as his spiritual journey towards self-education and religious teaching amidst oppression. The opening of the book introduces us to Charles Thompson, sharing his traumatic separation from his family due to the division of slaves upon his master’s death. From the outset, Thompson reflects on the pain of being torn from his mother and the injustices inherent in the system of slavery that stripped him of his family ties. He recounts early experiences that shape his understanding of faith, resilience, and the harsh conditions of slavery. The narrative reveals a complex interplay of hope and despair as he observes the suffering of his fellow slaves, indicating his determination to find solace in God and to uplift his community through preaching and education. As the opening unfolds, it sets the stage for Thompson's later struggles against brutal masters and his yearning for freedom and moral goodness, positioning him as both a witness to and a voice against the institution of slavery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
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| Subject |
Enslaved persons -- Mississippi -- Biography
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| Subject |
Thompson, Charles, 1833-
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Church of the United Brethren in Christ (1800-1889) -- Clergy -- Biography
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African Americans -- Mississippi -- Biography
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African American clergy -- Mississippi -- Biography
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Fugitive slaves -- Mississippi -- Biography
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Plantation life -- Mississippi -- History -- 19th century
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Enslaved persons -- Mississippi -- Social life and customs
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African Americans -- Mississippi -- Religion
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Slavery -- Mississippi -- History
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| Subject |
Enslaved persons' writings, American -- Mississippi
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
9941 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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