Sketches Of Slave Life

Sketches of Slave Life: Or Illustrations of the Peculiar Institution is a book written by Peter Randolph in 1855. The book is a collection of personal accounts and experiences of the author, who was a former slave himself. In the book, Randolph provides a vivid and detailed description of the life of slaves in the American South during the mid-19th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of slave life. Randolph talks about the harsh working conditions, the brutal punishments, and the constant fear that slaves had to live with. He also describes the daily routines of slaves, their relationships with their masters, and the ways in which they tried to resist their enslavement.Throughout the book, Randolph emphasizes the humanity of slaves and the injustice of their situation. He argues that slavery is a cruel and immoral institution that should be abolished. His personal experiences and observations provide a powerful and moving indictment of slavery and its effects on individuals and society as a whole.Overall, Sketches of Slave Life is an important historical document that sheds light on the realities of slavery in the United States. It is a powerful and emotional account that serves as a reminder of the horrors of slavery and the importance of fighting for freedom and justice for all people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.