From the Darkness Cometh the Light, or Struggles for Freedom by Lucy A. Delaney

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Author Delaney, Lucy A. (Lucy Ann), 1830?-1910
Title From the Darkness Cometh the Light, or Struggles for Freedom
Note Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "From the Darkness Cometh the Light, or Struggles for Freedom" by Lucy A. Delaney is a personal narrative recounting the author's experiences as a formerly enslaved person in America, written in the mid to late 19th century. This autobiographical account details the struggles faced by Delaney and her family as they navigate the oppressive realities of slavery, including the separation of families and the quest for freedom. The book serves as a poignant exploration of resilience and hope amid adversity, highlighting the injustices inflicted on African Americans during this tumultuous period. In this revealing account, Lucy A. Delaney narrates her life story, beginning with her kidnapping as a child and subsequent sale into slavery. The book captures her family's struggles for freedom, including her mother's vow to escape bondage and the ultimate legal battle for Lucy's freedom after she was wrongfully imprisoned. Throughout the narrative, Delaney reflects on her family's experiences, the horrors of slavery, and the joy of reunion and liberation. Through her journey toward reclaiming her identity and rights, Delaney illustrates not only her personal fight against dehumanization but also the broader struggles of the African American community for freedom and justice in America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject African American women -- Biography
Subject Enslaved persons' writings, American
Subject Delaney, Lucy A. (Lucy Ann), 1828?-
Subject Delaney, Lucy A. (Lucy Ann), 1828?- -- Trials, litigation, etc.
Subject Enslaved women -- Missouri -- Saint Louis -- Biography
Subject Enslaved persons -- Missouri -- Saint Louis -- Biography
Subject Freed persons -- Biography
Subject Slavery -- Missouri -- Saint Louis -- History -- 19th century
Subject Fugitive slaves -- Missouri -- Saint Louis -- Biography
Subject Kidnapping -- Illinois -- History -- 19th century
Subject Enslaved persons -- Legal status, laws, etc. -- United States
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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