You think there's no detriment in a slave learning to read? There are sad truths in our world, and one is that slaves who read are a threat.
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In "The Invention of Wings" by Sue Monk Kidd, the narrative explores the complexities of slavery and the profound impact of education on slaves. One significant theme is how knowledge, particularly the ability to read, can empower enslaved individuals, making them a perceived threat to the institution of slavery itself. This reality highlights the fear that slaveholders had regarding educated slaves, as literacy could lead to the pursuit of freedom and...
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