The Archaeology of Harriet Tubman's Life in Freedom (Hardcover)

Harriet Tubman's social activism as well as her efforts as a soldier, nurse, and spy have been retold in countless books and films and have justly elevated her to iconic status in American history. Given her fame and contributions, it is surprising how little is known of her later years and her continued efforts for social justice, women's rights, and care for the elderly. Tubman housed and cared for her extended family, parents, brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews, as well as many other African Americans seeking refuge. Ultimately her house just outside of Auburn, New York, would become a focal point of Tubman's expanded efforts to provide care to those who came to her seeking shelter and support, in the form of the Harriet Tubman Home for the Aged. In this book, Armstrong reconstructs and interprets Tubman's public and private life in freedom through integrating his archaeological findings with historical research. The material record Tubman left behind sheds vital light on her life and the ways in which she interacted with local and national communities, giving readers a fuller understanding of her impact on the lives of African Americans. Armstrong's research is part of a wider effort to enhance public interpretation and engagement with the Harriet Tubman Home.

General

Imprint:	Syracuse University Press
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	New York State Series
Release date:	October 2022
Authors:	Douglas V. Armstrong
Dimensions:	254 x 178mm (L x W)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	464
ISBN-13:	978-0-8156-3736-3
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Archaeology > General Books > Humanities > History > American history > General Books > History > American history > General Promotions
LSN:	0-8156-3736-5
Barcode:	9780815637363

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