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The story of a slave

by Charles Chandler

African AmericansFictionSlavesSexual behaviorSlaveholdersSlaveryPlantation life

Fictionalized slave narrative detailing the life of a slave named Paul, centering around his love affair with his young mistress. The narrative is written in the first-person and is introduced by a brief preface by the publisher condemning slavery. The story begins with a short overview of Paul's lineage and childhood, and ends with the death of his mistress.

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Book data: Open Library