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Behind the Big House: Unveiling the Hidden Stories of American Slavery

Eli Brooks

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A Large, Stately Plantation House With White Columns And A Wraparound Porch, Surrounded By Lush Green Fields. Behind The Big House: Reconciling Slavery Race And Heritage In The U S South (Humanities And Public Life)

A Haunting and Evocative Memoir

In the haunting and evocative memoir, Behind the Big House, we are transported back to the antebellum South, a time of unspeakable horrors and profound resilience. Through the eyes of a former slave, we witness firsthand the brutality and dehumanization that defined the institution of slavery.

With each page, we are drawn deeper into the heart of the Big House, a world of opulence and privilege that stands in stark contrast to the slave quarters hidden behind its walls. We encounter the cruel masters and the enslaved people who toil tirelessly in their service, their stories intertwining in a complex and poignant tapestry.

Behind the Big House: Reconciling Slavery, Race, and Heritage in the U.S. South (Humanities and Public Life)

by Jodi Skipper

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Language	:	English
File size	:	7570 KB
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Print length	:	209 pages

The Harsh Realities of Slavery

Behind the Big House lays bare the harsh realities of slavery, exposing the physical and psychological toll it took on its victims. We witness the horrors of whippings, beatings, and sexual abuse, as well as the psychological torment of being treated as less than human.

Through the eyes of our narrator, we experience the daily indignities and humiliations that were an intrinsic part of slave life. We witness the separation of families, the denial of education, and the constant threat of violence.

The Enduring Legacy of Race

Behind the Big House also explores the enduring legacy of race in America. The scars of slavery run deep, shaping our society in ways that are still felt today.

Through the experiences of our narrator, we see how the legacy of slavery continues to impact individuals and communities, both black and white. We witness the persistence of racial prejudice, the ongoing struggle for equality, and the ways in which the past continues to cast a long shadow over the present.

A Testament to Resilience

Despite the horrors and hardships endured, Behind the Big House is ultimately a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Our narrator's story is one of survival, determination, and hope.

Through their experiences, we learn the importance of perseverance, the power of community, and the enduring strength of the human soul. Behind the Big House is a powerful and moving account that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.