ISBN10: 1595582282, ISBN13: 9781595582287, [publisher: The New Press, New York & London] Softcover Makes available excerpts from the only known recordings of people who actually experienced slavery - recordings that had gathered dust in the Library of Congress until they were rendered audible for the first time specifically for this set. The original interviews were conducted with ex-slaves in the 1930s by researchers working with the Federal Writers' Project. Five chapters of the book include brief excerpts and photos, in chapters entitled "The Faces of Power: Slaves and Owners;" "Work and Slave Life: 'From Can to Can't;'" "Family Life in Slavery: 'Our Folks;'" Slave Culture: "honest and fair service to the Lord and all mankind everywhere;'" and "Slaves No More: Civil War and the Coming of Freedom." Accompanied by an audio CD with MP3 selections from the original recordings. 6 x 9¼". In as new condition, except for some shelf wear to the edges of the cover.
[Sherman Oaks, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2007]
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The New Press 2007-10-30 Paperback New Size: 9x6x1; New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!