Jacobs Losing Innocence

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I actually found it quite sad how Jacobs did not know that she was a slave until later in her childhood. Her sheltered life led to her shock of the disturbing imagery of slavery during her adolescent years. I agree with the idea of losing innocence. She can no longer grasp the pure principles she learned in her childhood due to slavery. I cannot imagine how frustrating it would be to be in her position. She goes through several overwhelming events that left me anxious.

Sometimes I cannot comprehend the logic behind slavery, based on the reading. Jacob had to live in fear of Dr. Flint, she could not marry her lover, and is not seen as a whole person, but rather someone’s property. I definitely agree that her life seems horrible, and it also