Scenes in the Life of Harriet Tubman by Sarah H. Bradford
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"Scenes in the Life of Harriet Tubman" by Sarah H. Bradford is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative highlights the remarkable life of Harriet Tubman, a noted abolitionist, and leader of the Underground Railroad, who selflessly risked her life to help other enslaved people escape to freedom. The work aims to celebrate her bravery and unwavering commitment to her community, portraying her as a heroic and pivotal
figure in the fight for liberation. At the start of the memoir, the author introduces readers to Tubman's early life as a slave in Maryland, covering her challenges and hardships, including various forms of abuse she endured. Tubman's spirit and resolve are evident as she eventually escapes slavery and returns repeatedly to rescue others. The opening portion sets the stage for her adventures, showcasing her resilience, faith, and strategic thinking, as she becomes affectionately known as "Moses" for her role in leading others to freedom. Through a mix of personal anecdotes, testimonials, and historical context, Bradford paints a vivid portrait of a woman who embodies courage and compassion amidst the grim realities of slavery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bradford, Sarah H. (Sarah Hopkins), 1818-1912 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 07031857 |
| Title | Scenes in the Life of Harriet Tubman |
| Credits |
Produced by Mary Glenn Krause, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | African Americans -- Biography |
| Subject | Tubman, Harriet, 1822-1913 |
| Subject | Enslaved persons -- United States -- Biography |
| Subject | Underground Railroad |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57821 |
| Release Date | Aug 31, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 8294 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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