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The New Man: Twenty-Nine Years a Slave, Twenty-Nine Years a Free Man

1895

Henry Clay Bruce

The New Man: Twenty-Nine Years a Slave, Twenty-Nine Years a Free Man

The New Man: Twenty-Nine Years a Slave, Twenty-Nine Years a Free Man

Henry Clay Bruce

1895

Biographies, History - American, History - Modern (1750+), History - Other

Published in 1895, 'The New Man: Twenty-Nine Years a Slave, Twenty-Nine Years a Free Man' by Henry Clay Bruce is a personal account of the author's experiences as an enslaved person and later as a free man. Bruce offers a nuanced perspective on slavery, arguing that not all masters were cruel and not all slaves were mistreated, highlighting the complexities of their relationships. His reflections provide insight into the varied experiences of enslaved individuals and the impact of bloodlines on their behavior. The book aims to present an impartial view of slavery and its aftermath, contributing to the historical discourse on race and freedom in America.

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Henry Clay Bruce
1836-1902

African American author and civil rights advocate who highlighted racial issues in post-Civil War America.

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