Diary of Charlotte Forten: A Free Black Girl Before the Civil War
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
"Presents excerpts from the diary of Charlotte Forten, a free African American teenager who lived in Massachusetts before the Civil War"--
Charlotte Forten Books
Charlotte Forten Grimké was an influential figure in the African-American abolitionist and educational communities. Her early diaries offer a rare and insightful glimpse into the life of a free Black woman in the antebellum North. Through her writing and teaching, she advocated for equality and freedom. Her literary legacy stands as a testament to her dedication and intellect.