I Thought My Soul Would Rise and Fly: The Diary of Patsy, a Freed Girl, Mars Bluff, South Carolina, 1865
par
Joyce Hansen
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Format
Broché
Pages
208
Langue
Anglais
Publié
Nov 1, 2003
Éditeur
Scholastic
ISBN-10
0439555051
ISBN-13
9780439555050
Description
Set against the backdrop of post-Civil War America, this narrative follows the life of a young girl named Patsy, who has recently gained her freedom. Living in Mars Bluff, South Carolina, she experiences the emotional turbulence that accompanies the transition from enslavement to a newfound sense of autonomy. Through her diary entries, readers gain a vivid insight into her dreams, fears, and aspirations as she navigates the complexities of freedom in a society still grappling with its scars.
Joyce Hansen masterfully weaves the historical context into Patsy's personal journey, highlighting the struggles faced by those emerging from the bonds of slavery. As Patsy learns to embrace her identity and navigate the challenges of a changing world, her story becomes a powerful testament to resilience and the enduring spirit of hope.
The narrative captures moments of innocence, joy, and sorrow, inviting readers to reflect on the deeper implications of freedom and the strength it takes to forge one’s own path. Patsy’s journey resonates beyond her time, offering a heartfelt reminder of the enduring struggle for self-discovery and homecoming.
Joyce Hansen masterfully weaves the historical context into Patsy's personal journey, highlighting the struggles faced by those emerging from the bonds of slavery. As Patsy learns to embrace her identity and navigate the challenges of a changing world, her story becomes a powerful testament to resilience and the enduring spirit of hope.
The narrative captures moments of innocence, joy, and sorrow, inviting readers to reflect on the deeper implications of freedom and the strength it takes to forge one’s own path. Patsy’s journey resonates beyond her time, offering a heartfelt reminder of the enduring struggle for self-discovery and homecoming.
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