Counternarratives

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Exploring themes of liberty, identity, and historical narrative, this collection spans from the seventeenth century to the present across various continents. It features diverse formats such as memoirs and detective stories. Notable pieces include an escaped slave's perspective on the American Revolution, a surreal tale set in Haiti and a Kentucky convent, and a reunion between Jim and Huckleberry Finn. Each story offers a unique lens on history, challenging conventional narratives and inviting readers to reconsider the past.