In this episode, we examine the contributions to American literature made by Harriet Jacobs and Frederick Douglass. Though the episode does not break down the plot of these texts, it does provide an overview of some of the common themes running throughout their works. Use the information here to better navigate those texts and to understand why we ought to study their works as an important part of our educational journey through the writings of this time period. 

Also, and as I said at the end of the episode, please don't hesitate to email me for suggested resources for this subject. A half hour isn't nearly enough time to cover the impact that these two individuals had upon the United States.

Image:

Warren, George Kendall. Image of Frederick Douglass. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_Douglass#/media/File:Frederick_Douglass_(circa_1879).jpg. Accessed 2 Nov. 2020.