Slave Narratives Volume V Indiana Narratives

By: Administration, Wp

Slave Narratives, Volume V: Indiana Narratives is part of the WPA Federal Writers' Project series, capturing the first-person accounts of formerly enslaved African Americans in Indiana. Recorded in the 1930s, these interviews provide authentic insights into the experiences of slavery, the journey to freedom, and the enduring resilience of individuals and families in a northern border state.

This volume documents the unique conditions and stories of Indiana's enslaved population and their descendants, highlighting migration, labor, community life, regional customs, and cultural traditions. Through these narratives, readers gain a vivid understanding of the human impact of slavery, as well as the perseverance, faith, and cultural heritage of African Americans in the Midwest.

Slave Narratives, Volume V: Indiana Narratives is an essential resource for historians, educators, students, and readers seeking primary-source documentation of slavery, African American history, and the ongoing legacy of resilience and cultural identity in the northern United States.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 163652219X
• ISBN13: 9781636522197
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Black Legacy Press
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"