Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl

Focusing on the harrowing experiences of female slaves, this autobiography offers a poignant narrative of Harriet Ann Jacobs' struggle for freedom and her determination to protect her children. It reveals the brutal realities faced by women on plantations, including abuse and the challenges of motherhood under slavery. This memoir provides essential insights into the lives of enslaved women in pre-emancipation America, making it a significant contribution to American history. The new edition includes a specially commissioned introduction.