Writing History through Autobiography.

The article focuses on the author's exploration of Texas history through a personal lens, intertwining family memoir with broader historical narratives. The author reflects on growing up in Texas and the significance of Juneteenth, the holiday marking the end of slavery in the state, while addressin...

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Publicado en:Proceedings of the American Philosophical Society Vol. 166; no. 1; pp. 71 - 76
Autor principal: GORDON-REED, ANNETTE
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: University of Pennsylvania Press Mar2025
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        Black people
        COVID-19 pandemic
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        Law schools
        Voter suppression
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