Quote by Harriet Ann Jacobs

But I now entered on my fifteenth year - a sad epoch in the life of a slave girl. My master began to whisper foul words in my ear. Young as I was, I could not remain ignorant of their import.

But I now entered on my fifteenth year - a sad epoch in the

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on reaching the age of fifteen as a slave girl, which they describe as a sorrowful period in their life. Disturbingly, the speaker's master starts using inappropriate language and making inappropriate advances towards them. Despite their young age, the speaker acknowledges that they are aware of the explicit nature and harmful implications of these actions, showcasing the harsh reality of being a slave and the premature loss of innocence experienced by some in such circumstances.

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By Harriet Ann Jacobs

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