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My Southern Home: Or, the South and Its People
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Black American HistoryCivil War Period (1850-1877)
ISBN13: 9781023593380
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.55
Height: 0.37 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
My Southern Home: Or, the South and Its People by William Wells Brown offers a compelling glimpse into the antebellum South through the eyes of a keen observer. Brown, a prominent figure in African American history and the abolitionist movement, provides a nuanced social commentary on the complexities of life in the United States during the leadup to the Civil War.
This significant historical text delves into the culture, customs, and contradictions of a society grappling with the institution of slavery. Brown's work contributes valuable insights into the period, shedding light on the perspectives of those living within and affected by the Southern system. A powerful examination of a pivotal era, My Southern Home remains a vital resource for understanding the historical context of the Civil War and the enduring legacy of slavery in America. This edition preserves the original text, offering an authentic and unfiltered perspective on this critical period in history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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