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Memories of Childhood's Slavery Days

Author:
Annie L. Burton
Read by:
Michele Fry
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Ratings
Book
110
Narrator
33
Release Date
January 1, 2017
Duration
1 hour 40 minutes
Summary
This is a short and simple, yet poignant autobiography of Annie Burton, who recounts her early carefree childhood as a slave on a southern plantation while the Civil War raged around her, and after the Emancipation Proclamation, how her life changed as she struggled to maintain herself and family, manage her finances, and develop as a free person of color. The last half of the narrative relies heavily upon speeches, poems, and hymns written by others that stirred Annie's religious passions and increased her pride in her heritage, including a very powerful speech by Dr. P. Thomas Stanford, "The Race Question in America", which no doubt gave Annie some historical perspective, boosted her pride, and offered much food for thought to her readers upon that important subject. (Summary by Michele Fry)
Reviews
What listeners say
The audiobook received mixed feedback from listeners. While many appreciated the educational value and clear narration, others criticized the pacing and emotional delivery. Opinions varied regarding the narrator's performance, with some finding it engaging and others finding it lacking. Overall, the content was generally well-received, though the narration style proved divisive.
Profile Avatar Barbi N. Jun 2020

I don’t know how the book went. If the narrator cannot read at a natural pace and sounds horrid then I can’t listen to the book. Real shame. Just because it is free doesn’t mean narrators aren’t important.

Profile Avatar Patricia B. Jan 2019

This was very educational and its narrator was clear and concise. This is no longer spoke of in schools which is a great loss to future students, be they of any color.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Oct 2021

The content of the book was good. However, the narrator didn't always do a good job. Also, the reintroduction of the book between chapters was unnecessary.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Aug 2025

Not what I was expecting. Narrator didn't deliver on the passion needed for the story.

Profile Avatar BOITUMELO L. Apr 2024

the only thing I didn't like about this book is its endingbut the story was easy to follow and I'm happy for Annie and all that she achieved, she's right that black people aren't ignorant but uneducated, and shame Roosevelt and all other white people for perpetuating slavery for over 400 years just to attain power

Profile Avatar Anonymous Oct 2023

Slow reader.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jun 2023

Loved the reading

Profile Avatar David L. Apr 2021

The narrator spoke to quickly and without conviction

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jun 2020

Great book very educational and interesting.

Memories of Childhood's Slavery Days

Memories of Childhood's Slavery Days

Author: Annie L. Burton
Read by: Michele Fry
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