Celia, a Slave by Melton A. McLaurin

Celia, a Slave

Melton A. McLaurin

192 pages first pub 1991 (editions)

nonfiction biography history challenging informative reflective slow-paced

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Compelling. . . a shocking tale. . . a remarkable account. . . . McLaurin succeeds admirably in using Celia's story to raise larger issues about the meaning of American slavery for both blacks and whites, for both women and men. -- New York Times ...

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Moods

informative 100%
sad 83%
dark 50%
challenging 33%
emotional 33%
reflective 33%
tense 16%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 33%
fast 16%

Average rating

3.39

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