My Southern Home: Or, the South and Its People by William Wells Brown

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Author Brown, William Wells, 1814?-1884
Title My Southern Home: Or, the South and Its People
Note Reading ease score: 77.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "My Southern Home: Or, the South and Its People" by William Wells Brown is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides a firsthand perspective on life in the Southern United States, particularly focusing on the experiences of enslaved individuals and the social dynamics of the time. The author, who is a former enslaved person, draws from personal observations and recollections to depict the everyday occurrences on a Southern plantation through anecdotes and character sketches. At the start of the book, the setting is introduced with a vivid description of Poplar Farm and its inhabitants, notably Dr. John Gaines and his wife, Sarah. The opening chapters establish the family's dynamics and their relationship with the enslaved individuals on their plantation, showcasing the peculiarities of their interactions, the humor embedded in their daily lives, and the stark realities of slavery. Through humorous anecdotes—such as a botched coon hunt and the various misadventures involving the enslaved children, like Billy—Brown sets a tone that blends light-heartedness with the underlying tension of the oppressive system surrounding the characters. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at deeper themes involving morality, religion, and the complexities of slave-master relationships in a social landscape fraught with contradictions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject Slavery -- United States
Subject Southern States -- Social life and customs
Subject African Americans -- Southern States
Subject Brown, William Wells, 1814?-1884
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EBook-No. 59114
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Most Recently Updated Jun 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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