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The Plantation Negro As A Freeman: Observations On His Character, Condition And Prospects In Virginia

The Plantation Negro As A Freeman: Observations On His Character, Condition And Prospects In Virginia

Bruce, Philip a.

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Anthropology19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162923814
ISBN13: 9781162923819
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 272
Weight: 0.81
Height: 0.57 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book The Plantation Negro As A Freeman: Observations On His Character, Condition And Prospects In Virginia by Philip A. Bruce is a detailed account of the lives of African American individuals who were once enslaved on plantations in Virginia and had gained their freedom. The author provides a thorough analysis of their character, condition, and prospects as they transitioned from being slaves to being free individuals in a society that was still deeply divided along racial lines.The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of the lives of these individuals, including their economic status, social standing, and political rights. The author also explores the impact of slavery on their psyche and how it affected their ability to adjust to life as free individuals.The book is based on extensive research and draws on a wide range of sources, including interviews with former slaves, government reports, and historical documents. The author's writing is clear and concise, making it easy for readers to follow the narrative and understand the complex issues at play.Overall, The Plantation Negro As A Freeman is an important and insightful book that sheds light on the experiences of African American individuals who lived through the transition from slavery to freedom in Virginia. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of slavery and its legacy in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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