Category: Incidents in The Life of a Slave Girl

In the slave narrative, Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, the author, Harriet Jacobs, tells her journey through slavery and how she overcame it. This freedom was earned through many trials, but mostly by the of hand her master, Dr. Flint. To understand the importance of literacy between Dr.Flint and Linda, we must…

The definition of morals, according to OXFORD, is concerned with or derived from the code of interpersonal behavior that is considered right or acceptable in a particular society. Many white southerners, especially slave owners, almost acted as if these morals never existed. In the novel Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, Harriet Jacobs,…

Once upon a time it was thought that slavery was just a normal developed part of life. It didnt matter if you owned a slave or if you were a slave, this was just how things were. The slave narratives in the book were first-hand narratives of former black slaves in the South; and the…

Nothing good has ever came from the institution of slavery. Slavery was a monster that destroyed everything in its pathway. It ripped families apart, forcing people to work tirelessly all day, then if you disobeyed your masters you were lynched for your actions. Treated like cattle the life of a slave was dispensable and most…

Harriet Jacobs is famous for her escape from slavery. Born in 1813 in Edenton, North Carolina, she persevered in the hands of her oppressors. Sexual abuse was part of her life as a child and growing up, but she successfully escaped. The experiences turned her into an impeccable author, creating the famous ‘Incidents in the…

Harriet Tubman once said, Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember you have within you the strength, the patience and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world. Harriet is talking about how your dreams are powerful and can change the world so go for it! During the Civil War…