Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XVI, Texas Narratives, Part 2

"Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States" by the United States. Work Projects Administration is a collection of interviews from the late 1930s offering a rare view into the lives of former slaves. The book shares personal stories, particularly from Texas, revealing what it was like to live through slavery and the changes after freedom. Narrators, like Willis Easter, talk about their childhood memories, family traditions like cooking, and beliefs in folklore, even conjuring. Accounts from Anderson and Minerva Edwards discuss their experiences and the impact of the Civil War, showing both the tough times and the strength they found in their communities. These stories paint a vivid picture of their lives, capturing both the suffering and the cultural richness of their experiences.