The Narrative of Sojourner Truth: Including Her Speech Ain't I a Woman?

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Sojourner Truth's life journey from slavery to becoming a prominent abolitionist and women's rights advocate is a powerful narrative of resilience and activism. Born into slavery, she escaped in 1826 and became the first black woman to win a court case against a white man. Her memoirs, dictated to Olive Gilbert, detail her struggles, religious experiences, and pivotal moments, including her iconic "Ain't I a Woman?" speech at the 1851 Ohio Women's Rights Convention. The book captures her trials, triumphs, and enduring legacy in the fight for justice.