The Narrative of Sojourner Truth

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Sojourner Truth's narrative offers a profound glimpse into the harsh realities of Northern slavery through her personal experiences. She details her life as a slave in rural New York, her heartbreaking separation from family, and her transformative religious conversion. As a traveling preacher in the 1840s, Truth became a significant voice in the progressive movement, advocating for social change and justice. This powerful account highlights her resilience and the broader struggles against oppression in early 19th-century America.