Narrative of Sojourner Truth (Dover Thrift Editions) | 
 enlarge | Author: Sojourner Truth
Publisher: Dover Publications
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 89273
Media: Paperback
Edition: Unabridged
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 80
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 8.1 x 5.1 x 0.3
ISBN: 048629899X
Dewey Decimal Number: 305.567092
EAN: 9780486298993
ASIN: 048629899X
Publication Date: July 7, 1997
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This inspiring memoir, first published in 1850, recounts the struggles of a distinguished African-American abolitionist and champion of women's rights. Sojourner Truth tells of her life in slavery, her self-liberation, and her travels across America in pursuit of racial and sexual equality. Essential reading for students of American history.
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 Historically Startling and Important November 15, 2007
So often we find out how important a piece of text written hundreds of years ago can change the way the human species views the world as well as themselves. The Narrative of Sojourner Truth is such a novel. Not only does it show the harshness of human error, it also illuminates the strength and compassion that exists within all of us . I now realize how iggnorant I actually was before reading this novel. I had no idea that cruelty to slaves was so prominant in the northern part of the U.S during the early 1800s. The reader can feel the raw emotion radiating off this extraordinary women who faught so hard for racial and sexual equality. Sojouner(or Isabella) is so commited, she even fasted for three days just to improve herself spiritually. It is acts like this as well as the numerous occasions where she seeks to help others that will leave the reader in awe. I would suggest this book to any body interested in America's history and anybody who is looking for a little inspiration in their lives. This narrative is part of America's young yet vast history and should never be forgotten.
 Historical reminder May 12, 2007
Provided a valuable insight into some of the thinking of slaves even while experiencing inhumane treatment and searching for their own identity. A woman of courage, foresight and well ahead of her time.
 Excellent August 30, 2006
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
In a world that still suffers from the blight of slavery, mainly in Islamic nations and northern Africa, and Sudan, but also through the sex trade in nations like Thailand, this book is a great nonfiction account, especially for grade and middle schoolers, but also for all who think slavery is a thing of the past.
history hurts but is needed to know August 20, 2006
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I can never tire of learning the depts of suffering black woman had to endure. It gives me even more pride for my people and much hope for a better tomorrow.
let the truth be known December 28, 2002
6 out of 10 found this review helpful
very much a must read
the way the words flow
with your thoughts
as if you were really there
to me it is a must read
nice book
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