Historical Romance of the American Negro by Charles Henry Fowler
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"Historical Romance of the American Negro" by Charles Henry Fowler is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles significant events and experiences of the African American community, focusing on themes of freedom, love, and resilience during and after the era of slavery. At its center is Beulah Jackson, a representative young woman whose journey from bondage to liberation serves as a narrative framework to explore broader historical
contexts. The opening of the narrative introduces us to Beulah Jackson in May 1855, a pivotal moment when she resolves to escape slavery in Kentucky. As she reflects on her past, including the heart-wrenching separation from her mother, Beulah prepares for the daring leap to freedom. The excitement of her escape is interwoven with the love she shares with Tom Lincoln, another enslaved young man, who becomes her confidant and partner in this quest. The passage highlights Beulah's hope, courage, and the social dynamics of slavery, setting the stage for a romantic and historic adventure that promises to illuminate the struggles and triumphs faced by the African American community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Fowler, Charles Henry, 1837-1908 |
|---|---|
| Title | Historical Romance of the American Negro |
| Credits | Produced by Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | African Americans -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 35189 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-35189-6 |
| Release Date | Feb 5, 2011 |
| Last Update | Feb 12, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 686 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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