Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl

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 circumstances.

I was born and reared in Slavery; and I remained in a Slave State twenty-seven years.""