"Northerners know nothing at all about Slavery. They think it is
perpetual bondage only. They have no conception of the depth of
degradation involved in that word, SLAVERY; if they had, they
would never cease their efforts until so horrible a system was
overthrown."
A Woman Of North Carolina.
"Rise up, ye women that are at ease! Hear my voice, ye careless
daughters!
Give ear unto my speech."
Edited By L. Maria Child.
Boston: Published For The Author.
Reader be assured this narrative is no fiction. I am aware that some
of my adventures may seem incredible; but they are, nevertheless,
strictly true. I have not exaggerated the wrongs inflicted by
Slavery; on the contrary, my descriptions fall far short of the facts.
I have concealed the names of places, and given persons fictitious
names. I had no motive for secrecy on my own account, but I
deemed it kind and considerate towards others to pursue this
course.
I wish I were more competent to the task I have undertaken. But I
trust my readers will excuse deficiencies in consideration of
