Chapter 9:
Sketches of Neighboring Slaves
Summary:
In this chapter, Linda talks about the different slaveholders near her
neighborhood. The first one she talks about is Mr. Litch.
She explains to detail of the different punishments that were inflicted upon
the slaves. One punishment was stripping a slave of his clothes, whipped him,
and tied him to a tree outside his house. She also mentions of a young lady who
inherits slaves. She treats them as if they were best friends until she marries
a man with bad intentions. The woman warns them that she will no longer have
the power to protect them but they insist that they want to stay. They then
experience the hardships of slavery after their mistress’ marriage.
Importance:
The importance of this chapter is to reveal the horrible acts of slavery done
by slaveholders. Besides slavery, this chapter also shows how women lose their
power once they marry men.
Connection
to Theme:
Most of the punishments displayed in this chapter were not only make the slaves
suffer physically but mentally as well. When slaves are stripped of their
clothing, it’s like taking away their dignity.
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